3.1 Framework for Analysis

3.1.2 WA Government priorities 2025-2029

  • Jobs - Diversifying the WA economy so that it remains the strongest in the nation.
  • Health - Ensuring all Western Australians can access the healthcare they need, when they need it.
  • Housing - Ensuring every Western Australian has a home.
  • Community - Building safe and inclusive communities.
  • Environment - Protecting and restoring our environment.
  • Infrastructure and services - Delivering quality infrastructure and services across the State.

In relation to these themes, SWDC notes the following 5 key priorities:

1. Economic growth - Facilitate conditions for sustainable economic growth.

2. Innovation - Drive innovation and collaboration in key industries.

3. Aboriginal prosperity - Foster opportunities for Aboriginal empowerment and prosperity.

4. Communities - Ensure communities are vibrant, connected and have the services and infrastructure they need.

5. Excellence - Deliver with excellence in governance and engagement.

Image by Warren Blackwood Alliance of Councils, Bridgetown

Figure 2 - Structure of the South West and Western Australian Economies, percentage share of output by sector REMPLAN 2025 | Source: ABS 2021 Census Place of Work Employment (Scaled), ABS 2022/2023 National Input Output Tables, and ABS June 2025 Gross State Product

Figure 2 - Structure of the South West and Western Australian Economies, percentage share of output by sector REMPLAN 2025 | Source: ABS 2021 Census Place of Work Employment (Scaled), ABS 2022/2023 National Input Output Tables, and ABS June 2025 Gross State Product

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