Join the ALP and have your say in Australia's future

The Labor Party is Australia’s oldest and largest political party. Established in 1891, the ALP is rich in history and represents a broad range of economic and social interests.

WA Labor encourages you to join and make your voice heard - as a member of the Labor Party, you can shape decisions affecting our community, influence the policy of Labor governments and discuss ideas with others members.

Membership of WA Labor is about having a say in Australia’s future.

Reasons to Join the ALP

1. Have your say

Local branches form the basis of the Labor Party and this is where you can have your say on local, State and national issues. Local branches are often lively and interesting with debates, guest speakers, and social functions.

2. Shape the policy of Labor governments

Membership of the Labor Party allows you to shape decisions that affect our community. You can become active and influence Party policy by joining a policy committee.

3. Help Labor win elections

One of the most important and interesting activities for Labor Party members is campaigning. Candidates are always eager for assistance, and you can play your part in planning and implementing an election campaign. As a member of the Labor Party, you also have the right to stand for selection as a Labor candidate for Parliament.

4. Meet new people who share Labor values

By becoming active in your local branch you will meet like-minded people and have the opportunity to enjoy social events, functions, dinners and other activities with Party members and Labor MP’s.

5. Receive news and the latest information

You can receive regular email bulletins with the latest news and information about upcoming meetings, social events, fundraising activities, and so on.

6. Attend special events and training

WA Labor has many events and training sessions for its members, including regular social functions, a new members seminar, office bearers seminar, policy forums and State Conference (click here for more information about coming events).

7. Increase your knowledge

Becoming involved in your local branch, helping with election campaigns and talking with Labor Party members will increase your knowledge about issues and the political process, and help you develop new skills.

8. Join Young Labor

All members aged between 16 and 26 automatically join Young Labor – the Labor Party’s youth wing. Young Labor is an excellent vehicle for 16 to 26 year olds to meet like-minded people and debate current issues.

How to Join the ALP

There are three ways you can apply for membership of the ALP WA Branch.

1. Download a membership application by clicking here. You can print this form, complete it, and return it by post or fax.

2. Contact Party Office on (08) 9328 7222 and apply by telephone (make sure your credit card is available)

3. Apply online (via our secure server) using your credit card by completing the below form.

If you are already a member of the Party and you wish to renew your membership please click here.

Please do not hesitate to contact our Membership Officer, Sue McGiveron, if you have any enquiries by telephoning 9328 7222 or you can send an email.

Please Note

People joining the WA Branch of the ALP are required to declare on the application form they are not a member of any other political party, that they will abide by the rules of the Party and that they are 16 years of age or older. All members under the age of 26 are also automatically members of Australian Young Labor.

Become a Supporting Member

You can become a Supporting Member and help the ALP win the next election. It's simple - it costs $10 per month plus a voluntary donation, and you can become a Supporting Member just by contacting Party Office on 9328 7222.

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