Western Australia
WA LGA 1995
Formally: Local Government Act 1995 (WA)
LGA 1995 (WA), Act No. 74; Part 5, Div. 2; Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996
Sunshine Score
| Advance Notice | 3 days |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Required |
| Closed Sessions | 5 permitted categories |
| Minutes | Required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Online posting: Not required
Notice periods set by Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996, not the Act. Required notice published in local newspaper and posted at council offices.
Agenda changes at meeting: Allowed
Public Participation
Not statutorily mandated. Public question time governed by Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 and each council's meeting procedures.
Virtual Meetings
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Online posting: Not required
Content requirements: Unconfirmed minutes of council meetings must be available for inspection within 14 days of the meeting. Committee minutes within 7 days.