The City of Kalamunda is engaged with other municipalities and organisations in the pursuit of economic growth.
Western Australia’s south east metropolitan local governments have joined forces to highlight the economic value and importance of the region to Perth and Western Australia.
Grow South East was formed in 2015 by the Cities of Kalamunda, Armadale, Belmont, Canning, Gosnells and South Perth, Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale and the Town of Victoria Park. Collectively, these regions are the biggest contributor to Perth’s economy providing $37 billion in gross regional product, or 14.3% of the State’s gross regional product.
The Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council (EMRC) is a progressive and innovative regional local government authority working on behalf of six member councils located in Perth's eastern suburbs including Kalamunda, Bassendean, Bayswater, Belmont, Mundaring and Swan.
The Cities of Kalamunda, Belmont, Canning and Swan have agreed to work together to promote the advancement and development of the Inland Freight and Logistics Hub and Corridor to become a major Freight and Logistics destination in Perth.
The City of Kalamunda has a key partnership with the Kalamunda Chamber of Commerce which delivers key elements of the City’s Economic Development Strategy including business mentoring, workshops and training, business networking and support for business events & Excellence Awards.