Community directory

City of Joondalup Libraries have the capacity to display a range of community related items. Display material may be left at the front desk of Duncraig, Woodvale, Whitford, or Joondalup Libraries and will be assessed before being displayed.

If the information is deemed unsuitable for display it will be disposed of, or the requestor may leave their contact details if they require the information to be returned.

What can be displayed?

• Information for services, events and programs provided by local, not-for-profit organisations that service the City such as government agencies, educational institutions, cultural and community-based organisations.

What cannot be displayed?

• Personal advertisements and notices; notices of items for sale or rent
• Information relating to a commercial business where all or part of the profits go to the business or presenter
• Obscene or defamatory material; political material.

For further information contact comminfo@joondalup.wa.gov.au or call 9400 4758

The City of Joondalup is pleased to help support many of the events delivered by the community, for  the community. Here are some of the ways the City can help you promote your event to reach and  engage the local community at no cost to you: 

• Tag @cityofjoondalup on Facebook and Instagram to show up on the community mentions section and reach approximately 60,000 people who follow the City on social media. 
• Tag @uptown.joondalup and #uptownjoondalup in your promotional posts so the Uptown team can share your event.
• Submit your relevant low-cost or free events for consideration for the online event calendar on the City’s website. Conditions apply.

Register your community event on the event calendar

• Tag your social media posts with hashtags trending in community conversations. Try #joondalup, or #uptownjoondalup.

Many event operators in the City are also business owners. Connect with the City for regular updates on opportunities to grow and connect your business with others in the community: 

• Subscribe to the City’s Business online newsletter for information on news, events and services for local businesses, business stakeholders and investors. 
• Register your business on the online Uptown Directory.
• Visit the Business Support section of the City’s website to find out more on the City’s strategies, resources and other avenues of support for local business.
• Follow the City on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date with business-relevant information, events and other opportunities.

For more information on partnering with the City, contact 9400 4169 or visit Corporate sponsorship program page.

Promote your group, club or service to the residents of the City of Joondalup on the above directory.

Submit your details via the online registration form

Search or browse the events calendar.

View events calendar

Submit your correction by using the link at the bottom of the community listing.

Residents are encouraged to check if there is an existing ratepayer/resident/community association within their area.

Establishing ratepayer or resident or community group

To establish ratepayer and resident or community association:

• Contact existing groups to learn about their experiences, benefits, and challenges in starting an association.
• Consider the benefits and potential support for establishing a group.
• If support is evident, gather community members through a public meeting or direct contact.
• Form a working group with interested individuals to navigate the formal processes of association establishment.
• Develop a constitution, pursue incorporation, establish a bank account, and secure suitable insurance for the associated body.

Constitution

A constitution is a basic set of rules that govern how your association/group will operate. It should outline the association/group’s purpose, list the rules of operations and set out the member’s rights and responsibilities. The Department of Commerce provides a model set of rules for an association or incorporated body. Visit the Department of Commerce.

Incorporation

Incorporation provides a group with its own legal identity, separate from its members. Although there is no legal requirement for a group to be incorporated, incorporation provides a number of benefits:

• Protects members from being sued, or being individually liable, for the action of the group.
• Increases the group’s eligibility for grants to undertake projects.
• Allows the group to enter into leases, open bank accounts and borrow money in its own name.
• Enables the group’s name to be registered, ensuring no one else can use it. The Department of Commerce provides a comprehensive overview of the requirements and key points to be undertaken to become an incorporated body. Visit the Department of Commerce.

Once your association or group is established, contact the City on 9400 4000 to be listed on the community directory.