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WALIS Member Agencies
WALIS Member Agencies
WALIS member agencies are those who have signed the WALIS Charter.
Department of Transport
The new Department of Transport began operations on 1 July 2009, after the former Department for Planning and Infrastructure was split into three new agencies. The transport function is integral to business and commerce and important for social interaction and connecting communities.
Our key focus is on operational transport functions and strategic transport planning and policy across the range of public and commercial transport systems that service Western Australia. With more than 1000 employees, we have the expertise to deliver and connect a complex, inter-related economic and social network.
We connect people with goods and services through an intricate system of roads, railways, airports, ports and waterways and educate and regulate to keep them safe within those networks. We co-ordinate and prioritise the transport related infrastructure that allows our economy to grow. For more information, please visit the Department at http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/index.asp
Department of Planning
The Department of Planning formed on 1 July 2009 following the split of the Department for Planning and Infrastructure into three agencies.
The Department of Planning has statewide responsibility for the planning for future communities. The department plays a vital role in improving the quality of life of all Western Australians. We plan the cities and towns in which we live and the transport routes that connect us to our jobs, friends and places of recreation.We generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs through the planning approval process. FOr more inforamtion, please visit the Department at http://www.planning.wa.gov.au/
Department of Agriculture and Food
The Department of Agriculture and Food provides leadership and strategic service (in partnership with industry and rural communities) to maximise agri-industries' contribution to Western Australia's sustainable development. Core business includes: generation, integration and application of knowledge and technology; provision of policy development and advice to government; management of statutory obligations which meet the needs of industry, community and customers; and the provision of research, development and information services to agriculture, food and fibre industries and the community. For further information, please visit the Agriculture and Food website at http://www.agric.wa.gov.au
Department of Environment and Conservation
The Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) provides conservation and management services to the WA community that include: conservation and management of land, ecosystems and species; protection of ecosystems and forest resources from fire, disease, feral predators and pests; rescue of stranded marine mammals; management of national, marine and conservation parks; conservation of nature reserves; and the preservation of State forests for conservation, recreation and tourism. For further information, please fisit the DEC website at http://www.dec.wa.gov.au/
Department of Water
The Department of Water's key roles are in resources assessment and allocation. The also have strong environmental protection powers to ensure sustainable use of resources for responsible development. The Department also provides services to the Environmental Protection Authority which is an independent statutory authority.
Visit the Department of Water at http://www.water.wa.gov.au
Department of Fisheries
Fisheries Western Australia is the agency responsible for managing the State's fishing and pearling industries. Fisheries WA manages the State's aquatic biological resources to an ecologically viable level, works to minimise adverse human impact on the aquatic environment and assigns access to aquatic biological resources in accordance with community priorities. For further information, please visit the Fisheries website at http://www.fish.wa.gov.au
Department of Health
The Department of Health (DOH) manages the State's public health services by developing and evaluating public health policies and resources. In an effort to improve the health outcomes of Western Australia's population, the Department promotes and evaluates whole of industry innovations, development opportunities and appropriate education programs, while monitoring coordination and compliance with health legislation. For further information, please visit the DOH website at http://www.health.wa.gov.au
Department of Indigenous Affairs
The Department of Indigenous Affairs (DIA) provides advocacy and support for Aboriginal people in Western Australia by helping them to access services and facilities that are generally available to the community at large, coordinating the operations of mainstream agencies that provide services to Aboriginal people, and supporting the interests of Aboriginal people in matters of land, heritage and culture. For further information, please visit the DIA's website at http://www.dia.wa.gov.au
Department of Mines and Petroleum
The Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) advances the responsible development of industry and resources for the benefit of Western Australians. DMP help to create jobs and prosperity through sustainable development, boraden the State's economic base and protect the community and the environment.
For further information, please visit the Department's website at http://www.dmp.wa.gov.au
Main Roads Western Australia
Main Roads Western Australia is committed to providing and efficient road network as part of an integrated Western Australian transport system. MRWA strives to be responsive to the road transport needs of the community, while making road safety a priority and protecting the environment. For further information please visit the MRWA website at http://www.mainroads.wa.gov.au/Pages/Welcome.aspx
Department of Treasury and Finance
The Department of Treasury and Finance (DoTF) provides expert analysis and advice on the strategies and framework necessary for sound economic and financial management of the State. The Department also has a responsibility to oversee and guide the resourcing cycle through budgeting, management and reporting. For further information please visit the DoTF website at http://www.dtf.wa.gov.au
Landgate
Landgate, formerly the Department of Land Information (DLI), is the agency responsible for Western Australia's land and property information. The agency will maintain the State's official register of land ownership and surveying information and also manage land and propertly valuations in Western Australia.
For further information please visit Landgate's website at http://www.landgate.wa.gov.au
WA Electoral Commission
The Western Australian Commission (WAEC) is responsible for the conduct in WA of State Elections and Referenda, Local Government Postal Elections and Referenda and Industrial and other elections and referenda. The WAEC also maintains the electoral roll for use in State and Local Government Elections, conducts research into electoral matters and other matters that relate to the function of the WAEC and promotes public awareness of electoral and parliamentary matters. For further information please vist the WAEC website on http://www.waec.wa.gov.au
Western Australian Local Government Association
The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) is the peak organisation of local government in Western Australia. Through its member Associations WALGA represents all local governments in Western Australia and provides a united voice for them.
WALGA exerts a strong influence on how policy decisions are made that affect local government. It operates at the highest level in consulting Ministers, politicians and senior bureaucrats on an ongoing basis. For further information please visit the WALGA website at http://www.walga.com.au
Western Australian Museum
The major responsibilities of the Western Australian Museum are: to preserve significant representative examples of Western Australia's heritage for the enrichment of present and future generations; to investigate the natural and cultural world; and to share ideas and information on natural and cultural heritage, through a variety of public programs. For further information please visit the WA Museum website at http://www.museum.wa.gov.au
Tourism Western Australia
Tourism Western Australia is a statutory authority under the portfolio of the Minister for Tourism and is governed by a Board of Commissioners. Responsible for promoting Western Australia as an attractive holiday, event, convention and incentive travel destination, nationally and overseas, Tourism Western Australia enhances the tourism industry, infrastructure and product base.
It's role is to grow the development of tourism as an industry and increasing visitation to and length of stay in Western Australia, which is done through the following five major strategic objectives:
- increase awareness, desire and visitation to Western Australia's iconic tourism and experiences
- enhance visitor experiences
- grow regional tourism
- attract additional strategic public and private investment
- achieving recognition for the tourism industry as a leading economic and sustainable contributor to the state
Department of Sport and Recreation
The Department of Sport and Recreation is the lead agency responsible for the implementation of government policy and initiatives in sport and recreation. A key role of the department is to contributie to the healthy lifestyle of Western Australians by increasing physical activity in the community through sport and recreation. For further information please visit the Department of Sport and Recreation website at http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au
Department of Housing
The Department of Housing covers public and community housing, Aboriginal and regional housing, Keystart home loans and property sales. For further information please visit the Department of Housing website at http://www.housing.wa.gov.au
South West Development Commission
The South West Development Commission partners with business and industry, the community and government to deliver better services, create more jobs and protect the South West's unique lifestyle.
We have specialised staff who work with the people in our communities to ensure the City of Bunbury, our towns, coastal and farming areas continue to develop in a healthy way.
The Commission also offers grants for projects that will benefit the region.
We help attract investment to the region and maximise jobs growth.
We help businesses and skilled migrants come together and negotiate the migration maze.
And through our links with Austrade we promote the region's products and services and help business to expand into export markets.
For further information please visit the South West Development Commission website http://www.swdc.wa.gov.au/