The State Government ended the Local Government Metropolitan Reform process in February 2015 after votes of the community rejected amalgamations for a number of Local Governments.
At the conclusion of the process, WALGA developed a Lessons Learnt paper with input from the Local Government sector.Reform Toolkit
The Reform Toolkit was created to assist WA Local Governments in the lead up to the (now ceased) State Government initiated structural reform. This online resource is currently under review, with a view to retain information still relevant to Councils in the area of broader reform.
Local Government Regulation Amendments 2021
Resources to assist with implementation of the Local Government (Model Code of Conduct) Regulations 2021, Local Government (Administration) Amendment Regulations 2021 and Local Government Regulations Amendment (Employee Code of Conduct) Regulations 2021.
Detailed commentary and resources to guide and assist Local Governments when managing local level behaviour complaints made under Division 3 of a Local Government’s Code of Conduct.
WALGA Policy Development Framework - Code of Conduct Behaviour Complaints Management Policy
This Framework is drafted with the intent of developing Policy that will minimise both actual and perceived bias due to conflicts of interest when local level behaviour complaints are managed by Local Governments.
WALGA Template - Behaviour Complaints Committee Terms of Reference
To be read in conjunction with the Policy Development Framework, this resource will assist develop a decision-making mechanism that minimises the potential for conflicts of interest and apprehended bias.
WALGA Template - Behaviour Complaint Form
This updated Behaviour Complaint Form will assist Local Government Behaviour Complaints Officers manage complaints, including the option of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Behaviour Complaints Committee Delegation
This Delegation facilitates unbiased decision-making by a Behaviour Complaints Committee.
WALGA Base Template - Code of Conduct for Employees
A base template, provided as a guide to assist CEOs in developing a Code of Conduct for Employees, and which may be modified according to operational requirements.
Temporary or Acting CEOs
WALGA Template Policy for the Temporary Appointment or Employment of a CEO
This template policy addresses the requirements of section 5.39C of the Local Government Act 1995 that require a Local Government to adopt a policy for the employment or appointment of a CEO for a term not exceeding 1 year.
Guidance Note
This Guide will assist Local Governments in understanding their responsibilities under the amended legislation, and provide some suggested actions and considerations for Local Governments when implementing the new requirements.
Template Model Code of Conduct for Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates
This MS Word version of the Model Code allows for easy insertion of Local Government logos and branding, to assist in adopting the Code of Conduct as a Council Policy.
Template Standards for CEO Recruitment, Employment and Termination
This MS Word version of the Standards allows for easy insertion of Local Government logos and branding, to assist in adopting the Standards as a Council Policy.
Template Council Member Continuing Professional Development Policy
A template policy provided as a guide to assist Local Governments to adopt a policy as required by section 5.128 of the Local Government Act 1995.
Template Rates: Financial Hardship Policy
A template Policy provided to help Local Governments assess the unique circumstances and challenges where a ratepayer is facing financial hardship.
WALGA has produced the following supporting documents to assist with the implementation of the Rates: Financial Hardship Policy.
Caretaker (Elections) Period Template Policy
WALGA CEO Contract Templates - NEW
The new CEO Contract templates have undergone external legal review and are compliant with the Local Government Act 1995 (WA) and the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 (WA).
WALGA provides the following Governance tools and templates for the benefit of all Members:
Communications and Social Media
Infopage – AASB 124 Related Party Disclosures Guidance – June 2017
