More than forty individuals, Elected Members, Officers and Local Governments have been recognised at the WA Local Government Association’s 2025 Local Government Awards.
Supported by the State Government through the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety and LGIS, and hosted at the WA Museum Boola Bardip, the Awards honour those who go above and beyond in serving their communities.
As a stand-alone event, the Awards provide a fitting backdrop for recipients to celebrate their accomplishments alongside their families, colleagues, nominators, and collaborators who have supported them throughout their Local Government journey.
The Awards recognise the time, dedication and commitment made by individuals towards the continual progression of the sector, relevant to the needs of their community.
Councillor Katrina Crute from the Shire of Brookton and Councillor Liz Guidera from the Shire of Katanning were both awarded WALGA Life Membership, for their outstanding service and contribution to WALGA.
Councillor Christine Hamilton-Prime from the City of Joondalup was also awarded the Troy Pickard Young Achievers Award, which recognises those aged 35 years or younger for notable contributions and commitment to Local Government and demonstrated potential for professional success.
The Shire of Dowerin was also awarded the WA RoadWise Council Trophy for its commitment to best practice in the planning and delivery of impactful road safety interventions, and for the adoption of a holistic approach to road safety.
WALGA President Karen Chappel AM JP, said the Awards were an opportunity to recognise those who go above and beyond for the sector and the communities they represent.
“The annual WALGA Local Government Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and lasting contributions made by Elected Members, Local Governments, and Officers to their communities,” she said.
“Local Governments are highly accountable to the communities they represent, and our 2025 recipients embody the dedication and hard work undertaken by the sector each and every day to positively contribute to the wellbeing of their communities.
“Congratulations to everyone who was recognised for their efforts.”
The 2025 Local Government Awards -WALGA Honours Award Recipients.
WALGA Life Membership: President Cr Elizabeth (Liz) Guidera – Shire of Katanning, Katrina Crute – Shire of Brookton.
Troy Pickard Young Achievers Award: Cr Christine Hamilton-Prime – City of Joondalup.
Eminent Service Award: Mr Peter Anthony Fitchat – Shire of Dundas, Cr David Lagan – City of Stirling, Cr Stephanie J Proud JP – City of Stirling, Hon Mayor Albert Jacob JP – City of Joondalup, Mr Stevan Rodic – City of Stirling, Cr Joe Ferrante – City of Stirling, Mr Peter Joseph Varris – City of Vincent, Mr Sam Mastrolembo – Shire of Broome, President Cr Gary Cosgrove – Shire of Mingenew, Mr David Bolt – Shire of Murray, Cr Gary Charles Coumbe – Shire of Nungarin, Mr Paul Anderson – Shire of Perenjori, Mr Kelton Hincks – Town of Cambridge, Cr Nige Jones – City of Joondalup, Ms Leeann Reid – City of Melville, Cr Karen Wheatland – City of Melville, Cr Desiree Magdolna Male – Shire of Broome, President Cr Desmond Hickey – Shire of Corrigin, President Cr Jarrad Wayne Logie – Shire of Williams.
Merit Award: Mrs Erin Lochhead, Mr Andrew Mattaboni, Ms Anita Scott, Ms Vicki Davies, and Jodie Riedmann – Shire of Capel; Cr Kerry Lorelle Dayman -Shire of Nungarin, Mr Allen Hicks – Shire of Wagin, Cr William (Bill) Huxtable – Shire of Westonia, Cr Serena Williamson – City of Gosnells, Frances Liston – City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder: Mr Chris Brereton and Cr Chris Hatton – City of Stirling; Ms Samantha Durston – City of Swan, Cr Wendy Dickinson – Shire of Harvey and Ms Michelle Boylan MLC – Shire of Harvey; Cr Ange Rogers – Shire of Murray, Cr Jennie Carter – Town of Bassendean, Cr Mikayla Love – City of Busselton, Ms Krystal Dawe – Shire of Murray, President Paige McNeil – Shire of Mundaring, Cr Natalie Major – Shire of Williams, Mr Jeff Somes – Town of Bassendean.
WALGA RoadWise Recognised Awards: Shire of Dowerin – WA RoadWise Council Trophy recipient; Shire of Exmouth, Shire of Dundas, Shire of Jerramungup,
Shire of Broome, Town of Claremont, City of Greater Geraldton, City of Karratha, Shire of Capel, Shire of Quairading.
Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) Awards.
The Rhonda Hardy Women of Excellence Award: Ms Sara Saberi – Shire of Harvey.
The Evelyn Parker Women of Excellence Award: Cr Elizabeth Re – City of Stirling.
