Structural and electoral reform review for local government in WA

Public submissions are invited as part of a Local Government Advisory Board review of structural and electoral reform in local government in Western Australia.

The review was called by Local Government and Regional Development Minister, John Bowler on October 5.

An issues paper has now been released for public comment by key stakeholders and members of the public.

Some of the issues raised in the paper include:

• Identifying local governments where amalgamations may be appropriate;
• Identifying other approaches to improving the sustainability of local government; and
• Eligibility for voting at council elections.

A series of public meetings around ther state is planned from next week.

For further information or copies of the issues paper and details of the hearings, contact your local government or visit the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's website at http://www.dlgrd.wa.gov.au/news.asp