The council acts as a community board representing community interests at council and committee meetings.

The City of Fremantle Council has 13 elected members - 12 councillors and the mayor.

As a member of our community, council decisions often affect you directly and we encourage your interest and participation in local issues.

The City of Fremantle has established advisory and working groups to assist in developing strategies and policies with community input.

Local government elections are held every two years on the third Saturday in October. The next election will be held in 2021.