Western Australian councils employ around 15,000 people and manage more than $40 billion of community assets.
Your local council provides a range of services to you every day, such as roads and footpaths, rubbish collection services, libraries, parks and playgrounds, community services and events, infrastructure and recreation facilities.
This section explains some of the activities undertaken by councils. For details of specific activities in your local area, contact your local council.
Local government elections
Local government elections play an important role in Western Australia's democratic system.
Cats and dogs
The department is responsible for administering the Dog Act 1976 and the Cat Act 2011.
Adopt, Don't Shop
If you’re thinking about adding a four-legged friend to your family, there are many great reasons to adopt from a rescue organisation.
Caravan and camping grounds
The department administers the Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Act 1995 (the Act).
Burials and exhumations
The Cemeteries Act 1986 requires all deceased persons to be buried in proclaimed cemeteries administered by responsible trustees.
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