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The Local Government Act 1995 allows Western Australian local governments to make local laws that help them run their communities effectively.
The City of Mandurah has a number of local laws that govern activities on land owned or managed by the City, as well as some activities conducted on private land within the District.
These local laws are enforceable by the City and the City may authorise officers to enforce the local laws on its behalf.
Local laws are reviewed periodically to ensure they remain effective, up‑to‑date and aligned with current legislation. The local laws currently under review and open for community feedback are listed below.
Have your say on the Local Government Property and Public Places Amendment Local Law 2026
The City of Mandurah is asking for feedback on the Proposed Local Government Property and Public Places Amendment Local Law 2026. This law sets the rules for using City property and public places, including activities in public areas, verge treatments, property numbering, advertising devices, obstructions, street trading and alfresco dining.
You can have your say by filling in the survey or sending a written submission. Your feedback will be collected and shared with Council before they make a final decision.
Your voice matters. Let us know if the proposed changes work for you by taking the survey below. Feedback closes 17 April 2026.
The Local Government Act 1995 allows Western Australian local governments to make local laws that help them run their communities effectively.
The City of Mandurah has a number of local laws that govern activities on land owned or managed by the City, as well as some activities conducted on private land within the District.
These local laws are enforceable by the City and the City may authorise officers to enforce the local laws on its behalf.
Local laws are reviewed periodically to ensure they remain effective, up‑to‑date and aligned with current legislation. The local laws currently under review and open for community feedback are listed below.
Have your say on the Local Government Property and Public Places Amendment Local Law 2026
The City of Mandurah is asking for feedback on the Proposed Local Government Property and Public Places Amendment Local Law 2026. This law sets the rules for using City property and public places, including activities in public areas, verge treatments, property numbering, advertising devices, obstructions, street trading and alfresco dining.
You can have your say by filling in the survey or sending a written submission. Your feedback will be collected and shared with Council before they make a final decision.
Your voice matters. Let us know if the proposed changes work for you by taking the survey below. Feedback closes 17 April 2026.
At its meeting of 24 February 2026, Council resolved to adopt the proposed Local Government Property and Public Places Amendment Local Law 2026 for advertising.
The purpose of this local law is to amend provisions within the City of Mandurah Local Government Property and Public Places Local Law relating to regulation of the use of local government property, activities in public places, verge treatments, property numbering, advertising devices, obstructions on or in local government property or public places, trading and alfresco dining.
The effect of this local law is to control the use of local government property and public places and ensure the Local Government Property and Public Places Local Law is as clear and effective as possible; it provides that some activities are permitted only under a permit or under a determination, and that some activities are restricted or prohibited.
Amendments have been proposed to:
Make the local law easier to read and understand and help people use City property and public places safely.
Remove old or duplicate rules and add clearer definitions.
Simplifying permit requirements, while still allowing the City to enforce important standards.
Improve public safety and make shared spaces more enjoyable for everyone.
Feedback about the proposed local law may be made in writing to the Chief Executive Officer, City of Mandurah, PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210, by email to council@mandurah.wa.gov.au or the survey via www.mandurahmatters.com.au.
Consultation comments will be read and presented to Council.
Submissions are open from 4 March 2026 to 17 April 2026.
For further information, please contact Legal Services on 9550 3777.
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Proposed Local Laws 2026 is currently at this stage
Proposed Local Government Property and Public Places Amendment Local Law 2026
The City invites community feedback on the proposed Amendment Local Law. You can provide your submission until 5pm on 17 April 2026.
Review
this is an upcoming stage for Proposed Local Laws 2026
After the consultation period ends, all feedback will be read and considered by Council before a decision is made on whether to go ahead with the proposed Amendment Local Law.
Final Adoption
this is an upcoming stage for Proposed Local Laws 2026
Council will decide whether to approve the proposed Amendment Local Law. After the Council Meeting, the decision will be shared with the community.
If the local law is approved, it will come into operation 14 days after it is published in the Government Gazette.
Have Your Say
Submissions about the proposed local law may be made:
In writing
To the Chief Executive Officer
Post: City of Mandurah, PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210
