Local Government Team (Band 1) sponsored by The Western Australian Local Government Association
Award for Planning Excellence
Town of Port Hedland Planning and Economic Development Team
The Town of Port Hedland's planning team exemplifies outstanding achievement in local government through exceptional innovation and leadership in regional planning. Their pioneering approaches to workforce accommodation and community engagement are models for local government practice. This is particularly evident in their successful negotiation of Community Contribution Agreements to secure vital infrastructure investment. The team's establishment of a regional Design Review Panel and their role in transformative projects like the Hedland Hotel redevelopment demonstrate exemplary professional standards. Their commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration, combined with a strong focus on staff development and workplace culture, has created a highly effective and respected planning service. Through transformational leadership and community-focused solutions, they have significantly elevated the standard of regional planning practice, making them worthy recipients of this award for excellence.
