Statewide Magazine

Here you will find links to online copies of our magazine 'Statewide.'

Published three times a year, Statewide is an interesting and informative magazine which regularly features contributions from members and articles exploring key issues from across the local government sector. If you have an idea for a story, an innovative project or a new initiative you would like to share, email the details to [email protected] for consideration in the next issue.

The online versions of Statewide magazine below are available to everyone. As an individual member you have an option to receive a hard copy. To update your preferences to only receive a digital copy, hard copy or both sign in to your online account - refer to our easy-to-follow Individual Member Portal Guide for instructions or email [email protected]

Statewide Issue 193 - March 2026

In this issue:

- Meet the new Local Government Inspector
- Meet our new Board Member Jean Knight
- Kwinana's Arclight Initiative helping at-risk young people
- Wongan Ballidu rewriting the story of road safety

Read Issue 193

Statewide Issue 192 - November 2025

In this issue:

- Inspiring contributions of the 2025 Honour Award Winners
- Welcoming our new CEO, Stacey Hutt
- Accessible, inclusive aquatic programs for neurodiverse families
- Introducing phase 2 of the local government careers campaign

Read Issue 192

Statewide Issue 191 - July 2025

In this issue:

- New benefits bring new opportunities for subscribers
- Reflecting on the legacy of finance network membership
- New membership options bring inclusivity to the forefront
- Spotlight on Aboriginal homelessness with Kalgoorlie Report

Read Issue 191

Statewide Issue 190 - March 2025

In this issue:

- Equality and inclusion at the forefront of Kwinana's EmpowerHer initiative
- Digitisation project brings surprise benefits
- Community connection bolstered by haircutting service
- New Board members bring fresh perspectives and new ideas 

Read Issue 190

Statewide Issue 189 - November 2024

In this issue:

- Celebrating excellence with the 2024 Honour Awards
- Prisoner reintegration program shows the power of collaboration
- Local Government Careers Campaign delivers impressive results
- Data Drives Decisions project empowering local governments 

Read Issue 189

Statewide Issue 188 - August 2024

In this issue:

- A cherry on top for the Kwinana Splits
- Local government career campaign launched
- Courage to be curious benefitting Busselton
- New membership benefits - new opportunities

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Statewide Issue 187 - March 2024

In this issue:

- New Board Members share future vision
- Young professionals pave the way for future leaders
- Sing, Swing and Mingle in Fremantle
- Legacy of leadership and community service

Read Issue 187

Statewide Issue 186 - November 2023

In this issue:

- Honouring dedication and excellence with annual Honour Awards
- Workplace wellbeing initiatives recognised with inaugural Warlang Award
- Local governments embrace artificial intelligence
- Lift Off program provides a boost to local government career

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Statewide Issue 185 - July 2023

In this issue:

- Exmouth eclipse boosts local economy
- The power of collaboration brings benefits for all
- Member-centric culture creates opportunities
- Lasting legacies left by retiring members

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Statewide Issue 184 - March 2023

In this issue:

- New office brings new opportunities
- Integrity at the forefront
- Pictorial maps bring history to life
- Life Member honoured with Patron's Award

Read Issue 184