❓ Question regarding attendance of senior public servants at local government ward meetings to address community concerns, revealing varying levels of engagement across different departments and agencies.
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In line with the ALP’s election policy under ‘Labor – a fair go for regional WA’, how many Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies’ activities?
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23 May 2002
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Premier; Minister for Public Sector Management; Federal Affairs; Science; Citizenship and Multicultural Interest: No Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have received requests to attend Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. As a result, no Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have attended ward meetings. Deputy Premier; Treasurer; Minister for Energy: Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
No Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have received requests to attend Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. As a result, no Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have attended ward meetings. Deputy Premier; Treasurer; Minister for Energy: Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Deputy Premier; Treasurer; Minister for Energy: Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
No Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have received requests to attend Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. As a result, no Departmental Heads or Senior bureaucrats have attended ward meetings. Deputy Premier; Treasurer; Minister for Energy: Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Deputy Premier; Treasurer; Minister for Energy: Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Office of Energy Senior offices have not attended any regional Local Government ward meetings. However, through the Office of Energy's involvement in the Regional Power Procurement Process, the Aboriginal Regional and Communities Power Supply Project as well as other regional power policy initiatives, senior offices of the Office of Energy are in regular contact with regional local authority Councillors, senior officers of the local authority as well as other regional stakeholders. Regular regional visits are carried out to seek the views of regional stakeholders; public forums are attended to answer questions from the community as well as to receive feedback on issues of concern. In addition, regular newsletters pertaining to the specific projects are prepared and circulated to all regional stakeholders. A six monthly publication ('Beyond the Grid') with a regional energy focus is also prepared, distributed and comments sought from readers. Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Power Western Power, as part of its day to day operations, liaises extensively with local government elected officials and individual local government authority officers across the State. Western Power officers, including members of the Corporation's management team and technical experts, meets regularly with local government representatives with respect to Western Power projects, programmes and other initiatives of interest to Western Australian communities. Department of Treasury and Finance International Centre for Application of Solar Energy Western Australian Treasury Corporation Office of the Auditor General Office of Gas Access Regulation Nil Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; the Midwest, Wheatbelt and Great Southern: Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Agriculture Six senior officers have attended rural Local Government ward meetings. Many more staff are in regular contact with individual rural Shires on a range of issues including land use planning, drainage, landcare, drought and pests. For example, the Northern Agricultural Region has put in place Shire contact officers (a development officer and protection officer for each shire) and have written to Shire CEOs in the region to inform them that the Shire contact officers will in the near future be contacting them to discuss issues of concern covering Industry Development, Natural Resource Management and Protection. Department of Fisheries Regional Management staff attend numerous public meetings and briefings run by Councils. Specifically in the last 12 months Regional Managers have attended the following Council meetings: Shire of Shark Bay – 2 meetings Shire of Port Hedland – 1 meeting Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Forest Products Commission Nil for ward meetings. The General Manager has met with the Bunbury Wellington Economic Alliance to discuss agency activities and has attended a meeting between the Shire of Manjimup and the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to explain forest industry restructuring activities. Senior Forest Products Commission staff have regular interactions with Local Government and community representatives to address Commission activities. Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Mid West Development Commission The Mid West region covers the Northern Ward and Murchison Ward of the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Dates and attendances at Northern Ward Meetings – · 23 March 2001 – CEO and a project officer of MWDC · 8 March 2001 – CEO MWDC Dates and attendances at Murchison Ward Meetings – · 11 May 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO MWDC · 9 November 2001 – Chairman of the Board of Management and MWDC project officer · 10 May 2002 – The full Board, CEO and Murchison Regional Manager of MWDC will be attending Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Wheatbelt Development Commission The Chief Executive Officer and other senior staff from the Wheatbelt Development Commission regularly attend local government zone meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the Commission's activities. Each zone meeting in the Wheatbelt region is attended by at least one senior staff member from the Wheatbelt Development Commission. Of the six senior staff, three have attended zone meetings. Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Great Southern Development Commission The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Great Southern Development Commission have attended Ward meetings. These attendances have resulted in the GSDC Board holding Board meetings in different Local Government Authority areas; meeting with their Councils and responding directly to local issues. Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Housing and Works; Local Government and Regional Development; the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne: Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Kimberley Development Commission Chief Executive Officer. Pilbara Development Commission Acting Chief Executive Officer and Coordinator Strategic Planning and Infrastructure. Gascoyne Development Commission Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government and Regional Development At least six senior officers have attended meetings since the Department of Local Government and Regional Development's formation on July 1 2002. State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
State Supply Commission During 2001, staff from the Commission accompanied the Minister to a number of regional centres around the state and held public forums at which share representatives and the public had an opportunity to raise matters of concern – the forums were not restricted to matters relating to contracting. Department of Housing and Works The Department of Housing and Works through its regional and metropolitan networks has extensive contact with Local Government authorities. Senior Departmental staff meet with LGA's on all facets of the Department's activities on a regular basis. The Department will also attend ward meetings in the future through its regional network as often as is practical. Ministerial Office Policy staff and myself have also attended several meetings since I became Minister. Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Consumer and Employment Protection; Training: Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Consumer and Employment Protection WorkCover WA Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission Construction Industry Long Service Leave Payments Board None Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Training The Department of Training and TAFE colleges undertake extensive regional consultations and have strong links with Local Government representatives to ensure regional input into planning and policy development. Senior college staff participate in Local Government stakeholder groups providing advice about college activities and participating in issues of importance to the local region. In relation to the answers for the Department of Training and TAFE colleges, senior bureaucrats have been defined as staff of Level 7 and above. Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Training Nil Central TAFE Nil West Coast College of TAFE Nil Challenger TAFE Nil South East Metropolitan College of TAFE Nil Midland College of TAFE Nil Great Southern College of TAFE Nil South West Regional College Of TAFE One C Y O'Connor College Of TAFE One Central West College Of TAFE Two Eastern Pilbara College of TAFE Nil West Pilbara College of TAFE Nil Kimberley College of TAFE Nil Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Attorney General; Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs; Electoral Affairs; Peel and the South West: Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Neither the CEO nor senior staff within the Peel and the South West Development Commissions have received requests from Councillors to attend a Local Government ward meetings. Staff would be available should a request be made. Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for the Environment and Heritage: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority: No Departmental Head from the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Department of Conservation and Land Management: The Department of Conservation and Land Management liaises regularly with local government, including through attendance at council meetings and other means such as various committee memberships and participation in community meetings. However since 10 February 2001 neither the Executive Director nor any Directors of the Department have attended Local Government ward meetings. The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Conservation Commission of WA: Heritage Council of Western Australia: Nil. The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Office of Water Regulation: The Local Government Act has no reference to ward meetings and it is therefore difficult to interpret the specific detail of what Mr Bradshaw is seeking. The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Office of Water Regulation, however, has considerable contact with Local Government within Western Australia, and indeed, has operating licences issued to 22 Local Government authorities for the provision of water services within Western Australia. A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
A Senior Executive of the Office of Water Regulation, and indeed some Senior Managers, have met with local authorities on a number of occasions to talk about the agencies activities within the local authority. The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Office of Water Regulation has also had discussions with officers from the Western Australian Local Government Association in regard to the agency's activities. The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Department of Environmental Protection and The Water And Rivers Commission: One senior official has attended meetings at the Shires of Carnarvon, Greenough and Murray regarding floodplain management. The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Chief Executive and two Directors have also met with the City of Kalgoorlie – Boulder Mayor's Leader's Group to discuss strategic regional issues. The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Manager, Strategic Development and Planning branch attended the Wanneroo Shire Council meeting on 13 February 2001 to discuss transferable water rights. The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Water and Rivers Commission liaises with Local Government and their Community Groups on a regular basis on issues of environmental concern. To date, however, no staff have been required to attend a ward meeting. Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Since 1 January 2002, four senior officials from the Department of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Authority, have convened a number of community forums and attended several Council meetings to discuss and respond to issues associated with the Cockburn Sound Environmental Protection Policy. The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Perth Zoological Gardens: Nil. Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Police and Emergency Services; Minister Assisting the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australia Police Service The Police Service advises that Police Service representatives have not specifically attended Local Government Ward Meetings, as their interaction and involvement with regional Local Government and regional communities is ongoing. In this regard, the Metropolitan, North-Eastern and Southern Police Regions' District Superintendents attend various Local Government meetings, (which include Safer WA – District & sub- District, City Accord meetings, Kwinana Industries Major Hazards Facility Community Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch Meetings, Local Town and City Council Meetings, Ratepayers Association Meetings, Neighbourhood Watch) and other meetings which relate to community safety and security to discuss issues which may be affecting the local community in regard to policing. In relation to the North-Eastern Region, (encompassing the Goldfields-Esperance, Kimberley, Mid West-Gascoyne and Pilbara Police Districts) the Regional Commander visits the Districts on a regular basis and as a matter of course instigates meetings with Local Government representatives to ensure that policing issues are being dealt with in an appropriate manner within that local authority. The Regional Commander, District Superintendents, and District Inspectors within the Southern Police Region (incorporating the Police Districts of Great Southern, Peel, South West and Wheatbelt) regularly meet with Local Government representatives in a consultative process to address policing issues which are raised by members of the community and as a matter of course when conducting visitations throughout the Region. With regard to the Metropolitan Region, the South East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends City of Canning Ward meetings and meets with all Mayors and Chief Executive Officers within the District on a regular basis to respond to questions. The East Metropolitan District Superintendent attends local meetings conducted by the City of Swan and Shire of Kalamunda to respond to enquiries. The North West Metropolitan District Superintendent and District Inspectors have frequently attended local government and community group meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about policing activities. The North West Metropolitan Safer WA Interagency Working Group, District and local Safer WA forums are regularly attended to brief those forums about policing activities. The West Metropolitan District Superintendent, District Inspectors, and Officers in Charge meet regularly with local government representatives in a collaborative and consultative process to address various policing issues raised by members of the community through those avenues. In relation to the Traffic and Operations Support, the Assistant Commissioner is the Police Service's representative on the Road Safety Council. The Council conducts regular meetings in regional locations throughout Western Australia. Since February 2001 the Assistant Commissioner has attended four of these meetings, at Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin. On every occasion when these meetings are conducted, representatives from local government are invited to participate. Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Additionally, members of the Police Service's Senior Executive have met with senior Local Government representatives on a needs basis to discuss a range of issues. Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Transport (Licensing) The Director, Customer Services, Licensing Division attended a Northern Ward of the Country Shire Councils Association meeting on 23 March 2001, to discuss Licensing issues. Department of Transport (Office of Road Safety) The Executive Director Office of Road Safety has not attended Local Government Ward meetings but has attended local government RoadWise community road safety meetings, local government technical services committee meetings and WA Local Government Association road safety meetings and events in metropolitan and regional areas to discuss road safety issues, activities and services. Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Since March 2002 the Road Safety Council (involving senior representatives from the Office of Road Safety, Health, Police, Education, Main Roads, Local Government, the Insurance Commission of WA and the Royal Automobile Club) has conducted regional visits to Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Geraldton and Narrogin to discuss local community road safety issues. These visits are part of a two year rolling cycle that covers all regional areas. State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
State and Local Government elected members, community members and representatives from local agencies have participated in these meetings and events described above. Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fire and Emergency Services The Fire and Emergency Services Authority (FESA) has a strong and ongoing relationship with the local government sector with regard to many of FESA's activities. The following dot points highlight the extent of these activities: · The FESA CEO and member of the FESA Board have met directly with the Harvey Shire and FESA held a Board meeting in Collie last year and met directly with the Shire CEO and other key officers. · The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· The FESA CEO and other FESA Executive Directors or Regional Directors participated in approximately 100 local government events last year for the presentation of medals in recognition of the International Year of Volunteers. These presentation ceremonies provided the opportunity for direct contact with Presidents and CEOs of Shires. · All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· All official FESA events, in particular, launches or openings held in regional centres involve local government officials and are attended by senior FESA staff and in many instances the Minister for Emergency Services and the FESA Board Chair and FESA CEO. · During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· During 2002, FESA staff from all regions are in the process of meeting with Local Governments to promote the AWARE Program (All West Australians Reducing Emergencies). This program has been developed in consultation with Local Government to enhance Western Australian emergency management arrangements. · FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· FESA's State Emergency Service (SES) staff and volunteers meet on a regular basis with Local Government to develop and review local emergency management plans, systems and approaches as well as address issues of funding and volunteer support. The frequency and extent of the interaction varies according to risk levels in the area and the scale and frequency of local issues, however, there is always some degree of contact and discussion with Local Governments in the regional areas. · The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· The FESA Executive Director Fire Services and other senior Fire Services staff, routinely attend a number of meetings that include local government representatives, specifically designed to provide advice related to the administration of the Bush Fires Act 1954 and assist with planning for fire and emergency services. They include: · FESA Fire Services Bush Fire Service Consultative Committee, and · FESA Fire Services North West Bush Fire Consultative Sub-Committee. · Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· Staff from both FESA SES and Fire Services participate in meetings of District and Local Emergency Management Committees (DEMCs and LEMCs) – addressing issues in relation to fire and other emergency services and community safety issues. These committees include representatives from FESA, WA Police Service, Local Governments, Department of Health, CALM and community representatives, depending on the area. FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
FESA staff also participate in District and Regional Operational Advisory Committees which also include Local Government representation. · Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· Senior FESA staff attend Local Government Ward Council meetings on request, when specific issues relating to fire and emergency services are to be discussed. For example, the FESA Fire Services Manager Midwest Gascoyne attended the Northern Wards Shire meeting held on 8 March 2002. · There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· There are a number of specific regional forums in the north-west where the FESA Regional Director provides regular input and advice, including the Pilbara and Kimberley Regional Council meetings. · The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· The FESA Director Planning, Development and Special Risks has ongoing liaison with regional local government CEOs for strategic planning relating to capital works and fleet requirements. · Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· Local Government representatives participated on the FESA Funding Review Steering Committee, the Local Government Reference Group and sub-groups of the Reference Group to determine future budget and grants allocation processes. · As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
· As part of the FESA Funding Review consultation process the FESA project team addressed many regional forums between April and June 2001 which were attended by local government representatives. From July to December 2001 two consultants then continued the consultation program and met individually with local governments. FESA Regional Directors and Managers Fire Services attended many of these meetings and also visited Councils to discuss the funding proposal. The FESA CEO also met with some Councils. Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Planning and Infrastructure: Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Planning and Infrastructure: Consultation with Local Government and the broader community is a core requirement of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure. Since 2001 the Department has initiated and participated in an extensive and unprecedented program of community consultation on a wide range of land-use, planning and transport related matters. As part of these processes, and on other occasions as requested, departmental officers meet with Local Government Councils and wards. Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Main Roads WA Insofar as Main Roads is concerned, Local Government ward meetings are attended by Main Roads' Regional Managers representing the Commissioner of Main Roads. In addition, whenever possible, the Commissioner or Executive Director Construction and Maintenance Services also attends. Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Main Roads has a strong and unique relationship with Local Government through the work of Regional Road Groups across the State which meet on a regular basis to identify road funding needs and priorities within each Region. Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Main Roads senior Executives also formally meet their counterparts from the Western Australian Local Government Association on a regular basis to discuss issues of mutual concern or interest. They also jointly hold a Road Forum each year attended by some 300 Local Government delegates from across the State. Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Land Administration: Four Senior Staff. Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Landcorp: Western Australian Government Railways Commission: East Perth Redevelopment Authority: Subiaco Redevelopment Authority: Midland Redevelopment Authority: Nil Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Dampier Port Authority: No staff person from the DPA has attended a Local Government Ward meeting. However, one of the Directors on the Board of the DPA is a Shire Councillor, and that person provides a communication link for any questions raised at Local Government level regarding the activities of the Dampier Port Authority. Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Esperance Port Authority: The Esperance Port Authority does not attend Esperance Shire Council Meetings as such. However, a close working relationship is maintained with Shire Councillors and Shire Executives. Three Shire Councillors are members of the Esperance Port Development Consultative Committee. Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Albany Port Authority: The Albany Port Authority's Chief Executive Officer, Bob Emery, is a councillor in the City of Albany. Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fremantle Port Authority: Fremantle Ports holds regular forums with a wide range of community representatives in the Inner and Outer Harbour areas to provide an opportunity for exchange of information and views, and to respond to questions that may arise on port-related matters. Local government authorities are represented in these forums. Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fremantle Ports' Chief Executive Officer and a number of senior staff normally attend these meetings which are part of an extensive community liaison program. As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
As well as the quarterly Inner and Outer Harbour Community Liaison Group meetings and twice-yearly Fremantle Precinct Convenor briefings, community representatives have been invited to participate in discussions of specific topics such as Fremantle Ports' Inner Harbour Port Development Plan, future rail plans and the monitoring of Port Beach. Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Fremantle Ports' representation at such meetings is at a senior level. Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Councillors from local authorities in the port area are invited to attend briefings at Fremantle Ports during the year. Fremantle Ports senior staff also makes themselves available to visit local authorities to meet with councillors and council officers. As well as the exchange of information, these occasions provide an opportunity for those present from the community to ask questions of Fremantle Ports Chief Executive Officer, who normally attends. Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Office of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (Planning Appeals): Nil Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Bunbury Port Authority: Bunbury Port Authority meets with Local Councils and CEO's of Councils on a regular basis. Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Monday 18 March - met with Mayor and CEO - City of Bunbury. Tuesday 19 March - met with Augusta/Margaret River Shire. Wednesday 27 March - will meet with Dardanup Shire. Thursday 28 March - will meet with Nannup Shire. Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Port activities and community issues raised and discussed through Port Community Advisory Group and bi annual newsletter plus representation at Council and other meetings as appropriate. Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Port Hedland Port Authority: Broome Port Authority: Nil Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Geraldton Port Authority: The CEO of the Geraldton Port Authority maintains close liaison with Local Government and makes it widely known that he welcomes all invitations to participate in consultation with Local Government and the community. As such, he has attended many meetings with Groups of Local Governments and their organisations, met with individual Local Governments and their communities and participated in Local Government Committees and public consultations. Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for State Development; Tourism; Small Business: Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Small Business Development Corporation Rottnest Island Authority None. Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Industry and Technology No officer from the Department of Industry and Technology has attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about the agency's activities. Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australian Tourism Commission Two. The Northern Area Manager (level 6) and the Pilbara Tourism Development Manager (level 5) have attended Local Government ward meetings. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources There have been a number of attendances by senior Office of Major Project, Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources staff (and the Minister for State Development in one instance) at Council meetings since the current Government came into office. The Council meetings attended are as follows: Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley MPR Representative Noel Ashcroft, Dave Meehan and Minister for State Development Occasion: Council meeting Date: 22 November 2001 Purpose: Ord Stage II Project Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Goldfields and Esperance Region Councils MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Workshop Date 8 and 9 March 2001 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project briefing by MPR Local Government Shire of Coolgardie/City of Kalgoorlie Boulder MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 27 February 2002 Purpose Mungari Industrial Park discussions Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shire of Ravensthorpe/Shire of Esperance MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Council meeting Date Regular meetings – last held 14 March 2002 Purpose Ravensthorpe Nickel Project Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shires of Ravensthorpe, Esperance and Jerramungup MPR Representative Ross Guyton Occasion Solutions Blueprint/South Coast Regional Strategy Date 25 February 2002 Purpose Briefing by Councils Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Local Government Shire of Roebourne MPR Representative Cam Kneen Occasion Council meeting Date: 14 February 2002 Purpose: Austeel Project Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Education; Sport and Recreation; Indigenous Affairs: Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australian Institute of Sport WAIS has received no queries from members of the community regarding our activities that have required the Director to attend a Local Government meeting. Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Education Services and Curriculum Council The Curriculum Council and the Department of Education Services are not aware of any Departmental Heads or Senior Bureaucrats having attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community about their agencies' activities. Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Indigenous Affairs None. Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Western Australian Sport Centre Trust The CEO of the WA Sports Centre Trust regularly attends meetings of the Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Communities and Industries Forum. Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Sport and Recreation 4 Local Government ward meetings have been attended by senior bureaucrats. Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Department of Education A member of Corporate Executive of the Department of Education attended Local Government ward meetings to respond to questions from members of the community on two occasions. Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth; Disability Services; Culture and the Arts: Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth: Departmental staff from the Department for Community Development have not attended zone ward meetings, however senior staff have attended five meetings with Local Government Councils by invitation. Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Culture and the Arts: Disability Services Commission: Nil. Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Health: A number of senior bureaucrats have attended Local Government ward meetings in their regional area. The General Managers of the regional health services are available to discuss local issues when requested. Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
Minister for Racing and Gaming; Government Enterprises; Goldfields-Esperance: The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
The Goldfields Esperance Development Commission (GEDC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colin Purcell, attends the Esperance-Eastern Goldfields Country Zone meetings. In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
In addition to the Country Zone meetings, GEDC participate in fortnightly meetings with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ravensthorpe and Esperance Shire Council CEO's. A meeting is also held with the Northern Goldfields CEO's from the Shires of Menzies, Leonora, Laverton and Ngaanyatjarraku. Regular meetings also occur with the Shire of Coolgardie CEO.
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