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The City of Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. The capital city area is in many respects the symbol of Western Australia’s relationship with the rest of the nation and the Asia Pacific region. The City is also the focus for the greater metropolitan area. 

The City of Perth is a statutory entity constituted under the Local Government Act 1995. Its role is to administer the affairs of the City and establish a policy framework that serves the City community. The City of Perth incorporates the Perth Central Business District together with the suburbs of East Perth, West Perth, Northbridge and part of Crawley. 

The governing body of the Council consist of nine elected members including the Lord Mayor. Local Government elections are held in October with half the Council up for re-election every two years. The Lord Mayor is elected by popular vote every four years. 

Vision

Vibrant, connected, progressive.

Goals

People 
A safe, activated and welcoming city that celebrates its diversity and sense of community, providing unique educational, cultural, sporting and lifestyle offerings.

Place
A well-planned and functional built form environment, promoting world class architecture, appreciation of heritage, diversity of land use and a sustainable, affordable and accessible integrated transport system.

Planet
A city that respects, protects and fosters its natural environment, embraces the principles of sustainability and acknowledges the impacts of our changing climate.

Prosperity
A city with a diverse and resilient economy capitalising upon its unique competitive advantages and creative reputation, attracting sustainable investment in education, tourism, entertainment, commerce, technology and trade.

Performance
A city led by a Council and supported by an administration that is committed to sound strategy and governance, excellence in customer service and effective and sincere engagement with all stakeholders.

Partnership 
A City that has earned the respect and support of the local industry through strong partnerships with state bodies, industry and community groups and other key stakeholders.

The City of Perth's corporate values were selected for best reflecting the culture employees want to see. These values (and taglines) are now being rolled out across the City of Perth and embedded into everything we do. 

They are:

• Commitment — Think It, Say It, Do It
• Courage — Speak Up, Stand Up, Persevere
• Respect — Listen, Consider, Support 
• Teamwork — One City: Stronger Together 

The City has a Chief Executive Officer and five General Managers. These Alliances and their units are:

CEO Alliance

• Audit & Risk
• Governance and Policy
• Executive Services
• Civic Services
• Corporate Communications

Corporate Services Alliance

• ICT Services
• Financial Services
• People & Culture
• Procurement
• Corporate Planning and Performance

Community Development Alliance

• Community Services
• Customer Experience
• Community Safety and Amenity
• City Events
• City Culture

Planning and Economic Development Alliance

• City Planning
• Economic Development
• Transport and Urban Design
• Development Approvals
• Sustainability

Infrastructure and Operations Alliance

• Operations
• Infrastructure and Assets

Commercial Services Alliance

• Parking Services
• Properties

• Volunteering opportunities: Youth Advisory Council and Visitor Info Centre.
• As an Elected Member.
• Traineeships/apprenticeships.