Local laws are established by local governments to regulate certain activities within their local area. They help protect public health and safety, support community wellbeing and guide the use of public spaces and facilities.

Local laws are reviewed periodically to ensure they remain relevant, appropriate and continue to meet the needs of the community.

At the October 2026 Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council endorsed public advertising of three local laws as part of the City's statutory review process under section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995.

The local laws under review are:

• Activities in Thoroughfares, Public Places and Trading Local Law 2014
• Local Government Property Local Law 2010
• Health Local Law 1997

The purpose of the statutory review is to consider whether each local law should remain unchanged, be amended or be repealed, while ensuring the City meets its legislative review requirements.

The City is also undertaking separate work to modernise its local laws and respond to changes in legislation.

Submissions received during the public advertising period will be considered as part of the statutory review process and presented to Council to inform its decision.

Activities in Thoroughfares, Public Places and Trading Local Law 2014 regulates activities in thoroughfares (such as roads and footpaths), public places and trading activities within the City of Melville.

It provides a framework for managing the use of public spaces, supporting public safety and ensuring these areas remain accessible and well maintained.

Local Government Property Local Law 2010 regulates the use of and activities undertaken on property owned or managed by the City of Melville.

It provides a framework for the appropriate use of City facilities, parks, reserves and other public property, helping to protect these spaces and ensure they can be enjoyed by the community.

Health Local Law 1997 provides for the regulation of certain public health matters within the City of Melville.

It supports the protection of public health by establishing requirements for certain activities and conditions that may affect the health and wellbeing of the community.

The City invites submissions on the three local laws under review. To assist in the preparation of your submission, please review the relevant local law documents available above. You may provide feedback on one or more of the local laws.

Submissions must be received by 4.00pm, Thursday, 3 December 2026, through one of the following methods:

• Online: Select the local law you wish to comment on and complete the relevant submission form below.
• By post: Chief Executive Officer, City of Melville, Locked Bag 1, Booragoon WA 6954, quoting Statutory Local Law Review 2026.
• In person: City of Melville Civic Centre, 10 Almondbury Road, Booragoon.
• By phone: (08) 9364 0666 during business hours.

For more information about the review or the local laws, please refer to the FAQs on this page.: