Guide to Western Australia Cities and Shires
Use Western Australia cities and shires information to get your business up and running
By Patti Richards, Free Lance Writer, PGWRites Communications
Western Australia cites and shires have shire councils, or city councils, as their form of governance. The members of the community elect city and shire councils. A mayor runs a city and a shire president runs a shire. Each council also has a CEO that is an employee of the city or shire. Use information about Western Australia cities and shires to:
1. Develop relationships with the appropriate departments for the type of business you do.
2. Find ways to get involved in the local government of Western Australia Cities and Shires.
3. Work with shire and city officials to promote your business as a contributing member of the community.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Work with the right Western Australia cities departments for permits and licenses for your business
Getting the right paperwork to the proper department saves time and money when starting a business in Western Australia shires. The right beginning establishes your business as a quality organization with officials and shire residents.
I recommend: Consult the State Library of Western Australia for great information on getting started in business in a city in Western Australia. Also check out the Small Business Development Corporation for important contacts and resources for getting started in business in Western Australia.
Get involved in cities in Western Australia government for a strong business presence
The best way to let people know your concern for the local government area where your business is located is to get involved. Local politics are a great way to not only get the word out about your business, but to promote a positive community feeling toward the type of work you do.
I recommend: Research the Government of Western Australia Department of Local Government and Regional Development or the Government of Western Australia Department of the Premier and Cabinet websites for Western Australia shire information and getting involved in local government.
Contribute to shires in Western Australia by donating time and money to community causes
Become a friend of the shire by supporting local causes and organization through you business. This establishes you as someone who is dedicated to a strong local government area and an active member of the community where you do business.
I recommend: Start with Philanthropy Australia as a great resource for getting involved in giving within your own city or shire. Also check out The Parliamentary Library for information on local grant programs and how your business can get involved.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Use Western Australia shire business listings as a way to get to know other business owners in the shires or cities where you have a business presence.
