Councils once again at loggerheads with state over planning reforms
In what’s becoming a familiar refrain in other states across Australia, WA councils say they are being sidelined from development approvals.
23 October, 2023In what’s becoming a familiar refrain in other states across Australia, WA councils say they are being sidelined from development approvals.
23 October, 2023The WA government has acquired a former hotel in the Perth CBD to convert into accommodation for the homeless.
19 January, 2023WA will require mandatory recording of council meetings as part of a sweeping package of reform.
4 July, 2022Financial reporting for local government in WA will be simplified starting from next month with the introduction of standardised templates.
16 June, 2022The WA government is funding councils to engage consultants to help identify and protect their local heritage.
23 May, 2022The WA government is investing in modular homes to help meet demand for social housing.
21 March, 2022Under the proposed reforms, a new Local Government Inspector will be appointed to oversee complaints concerning CEOs.
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