City of Kalamunda

What City of Kalamunda does

City of Kalamunda is a local government authority established in 1897, serving more than 60,000 residents across the Perth Hills region of Western Australia. It delivers the standard suite of municipal services including waste management, local infrastructure, recreation facilities, planning and regulatory approvals, and community programs. Major active initiatives include a $6 million pavilion at Scott Reserve, the rollout of a Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) waste collection service, and a TechnologyOne financial management system transition scheduled for go-live in July 2026.

Revenue is generated through a combination of residential and commercial rates, user fees and charges, statutory fines, and grants from the Western Australian State Government (currently led by the Cook Labor Government) and the Commonwealth. The council also derives partnership value from collaborations with the Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council (EMRC), Workpower, Kanyana Wildlife, and the Switch Your Thinking sustainability program. Operations are led by CEO Rhonda Hardy (GAICD), and the council has been recognised with a State Award for an Innovative Community-led Dog Park.

Strategically, the council is pursuing three concurrent tracks: technology modernisation (TechnologyOne ERP), community infrastructure uplift (Scott Reserve pavilion), and environmental service expansion (FOGO). These investments are funded through rate revenue and external grants, and signal a council focused on service delivery quality and sustainability compliance rather than geographic expansion or service diversification beyond traditional municipal functions.

Name

City of Kalamunda

Legal name

City of Kalamunda

Website

https://www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

City of Kalamunda is a Western Australian local government authority, established 1897, serving 60,000+ residents in the Perth Hills with municipal services, infrastructure, and community programs funded through rates and government grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Local Government Services

NAICS

Waste Collection (56211), Fire Protection (922160), Administrative and Support Services (561)

SIC

Sanitary Services (4950), Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Street & Public Space Litter Collection (Municipal Cleaning) (BPALAAAE), Public Works / In-House Municipal Collection Operations (EUAIAAAF)

Keywords

• Local government services
• Waste management recycling
• Municipal planning approvals
• Community recreation facilities
• Animal management services

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Rates and Property Taxes: Property rates form the primary revenue source for the local government, with differential rates based on property use and zoning.
2. Fees and Charges: Various service fees including animal registration, waste disposal, development applications, facility hire, and other council services.
3. Government Grants: Funding from State Government (Cook Labor Government) for infrastructure projects such as the $6 million pavilion at Scott Reserve.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The City of Kalamunda is a local government authority in Western Australia providing statutory municipal services to over 60,000 residents across the Perth Hills region. Core services include kerbside waste collection with the FOGO 3-bin system, library services across four branches, recreation and sports facilities, animal registration and management, fire and emergency management, planning and building approvals, and community engagement programs. The City also operates the Walliston Transfer Station and the Second Chance Reuse Shop for waste disposal and reuse.

Product overview

The City of Kalamunda is a local government authority in Western Australia providing community services, infrastructure management, and administrative functions rather than commercial products. Services include waste management (kerbside 3-bin system with FOGO), library services, sports and recreation facilities, pet and animal management, fire and emergency management, planning and building services, and online service portals for rates, bookings, and payments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kerbside Waste and Recycling Collection Weekly kerbside collection service for general waste, green waste, and recycling using a 3-bin system including FOGO (Food Organics Garden Organics). Available to all residents across the City of Kalamunda.
• Walliston Transfer Station Waste disposal and recycling drop-off facility at 155 Lawnbrook Road, Walliston. Offers Residential Entry Passes including 4 general waste entries, unlimited green waste, and unlimited recycling entries. Additional entries available for purchase at gatehouse.
• Second Chance Reuse Shop Reuse shop at Walliston Transfer Station operated in partnership with Workpower (WA disability service provider). Diverts reusable items from landfill and supports employment of people with disability.
• Animal Registration Service Annual registration service for dogs and cats within the City. Registrations expire on 31 October annually, with new registrations after 31 May charged at half rate. Pensioner concession provides 50% discount on specified fees.
• Library Services Library services across four branches: Kalamunda (7 Williams Street), Lesmurdie (Reid Road), Forrestfield, and High Wycombe (Markham Road). Public lending and information services available to residents.
• Recreation and Sports Facility Hire Hire of parks, reserves, sporting facilities, and recreation centres for community and sporting clubs. Includes the $6 million Scott Reserve pavilion in High Wycombe funded jointly with the State Government.
• Planning and Building Approval Services Statutory development application, planning approval, and building inspection services for property owners, builders, and developers undertaking projects within the City. Includes online tracking for building and development applications.
• Fire and Emergency Management Services Fire hazard reduction notices, burning permitted season regulation (1 June to 30 September annually), fire ban enforcement, emergency services volunteering coordination, and bush fire hazard reporting for residents.
• Rates and Property Taxation Property rates billing and collection service with differential rates based on property use and zoning. Includes concession programs for eligible pensioners and a Financial Hardship Application process for ratepayers experiencing difficulty.
• Cloth Nappy Rebate Program Refund program offering 50% refund on cloth nappy purchases up to maximum $100 per household per financial year, supporting residents in adopting reusable nappies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Second Chance Reuse Shop diverted approximately 100 tonnes from landfill in first year
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WorkpowercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 March 2022Partnership with Workpower, a WA disability service provider, to operate the Second Chance Reuse Shop at Walliston Transfer Station. Supports employment of people with disability in recycling and reuse operations.
• Switch Your ThinkingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Switch Your Thinking, a WALGA-based initiative, to deliver climate action and sustainability programs. Includes Rewards for Residents program offering discounts on energy-saving products, Switched On Business Awards for sustainable businesses, and Energy Smart SMS service.
• Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council (EMRC)minorOthersEMRC manages the Red Hill Waste Management Facility. The City of Kalamunda is no longer a member council but residents are encouraged to use the facility for household hazardous waste including asbestos disposal.
• Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation CentreminorOthersNot-for-profit wildlife rehabilitation organisation located at 120 Gilchrist Road, Lesmurdie. Run by community volunteers supporting native wildlife protection.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• City of Swan: Adjacent Perth metropolitan local government authority providing comparable municipal services (waste, planning, recreation, community services) to a similarly sized residential and peri-urban population in Western Australia.
• City of Mundaring: Perth Hills local government neighbour of Kalamunda delivering directly comparable services (waste collection, libraries, recreation, planning, animal management) to a similar mid-sized residential base in Western Australia.
• City of Armadale: Perth metropolitan local government offering the same core municipal functions (rates, waste, recreation, planning, community health) to a comparable residential population in Western Australia.
• City of Gosnells: Perth metropolitan council delivering municipal services (waste and recycling, libraries, recreation, animal management, planning approvals) to a population of similar scale to Kalamunda in Western Australia.
• City of Canning: Perth metropolitan local government operating a comparable mix of waste, recreation, planning, and community services for a similarly sized resident base in Western Australia.
• City of Bayswater: Inner Perth metropolitan local government providing a directly comparable mix of waste collection, recreation, planning, and community services to a mid-sized population in Western Australia.
• Shire of Mundaring: WA local government adjacent to Kalamunda offering substantially the same mix of kerbside waste, libraries, recreation, animal management, and planning services to a peri-urban Perth Hills community.

Broad incumbents

• City of Stirling: Larger Perth metropolitan local government delivering the same suite of municipal services at greater scale; a useful benchmark for service delivery and infrastructure operating models relevant to Kalamunda.

Others

• Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council: Regional council that previously included Kalamunda as a member and operates the Red Hill Waste Management Facility used by Kalamunda residents; an ecosystem participant and former partner in regional waste services.
• Western Australian Local Government Association: State-level peak body representing Western Australian local governments including Kalamunda; relevant peer because it administers the Switch Your Thinking sustainability program Kalamunda partners with and the awards framework under which Kalamunda was recognised.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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