Western Australia 2026 CCTV Grant Program for Local Governments

How Redfish Technologies Can Help WA Councils Deliver Compliant, Reliable CCTV

The Western Australia 2026 CCTV Grant Program provides local governments with a practical pathway to expand fixed CCTV coverage in locations affected by crime and anti-social behaviour, supported by LGIRS in collaboration with the WA Police Force.

For many councils, the work begins after deciding to apply: scoping a solution that is standards-compliant, fit-for-purpose, and reliable in public spaces.

Redfish Technologies is an Australian AV and security integration specialist with experience delivering government-grade AV capture and security systems, including CCTV and access control systems, to local governments, courts, and law enforcement.

Program overview (WA councils)

• Applications are open for the 2026 CCTV Grant Program to deploy fixed cameras in high‑traffic hotspots.
• Funding is capped at $20,343 per camera; eligible LGAs may apply for up to five cameras.
• Eligible fixed camera types include 4K CCTV, ANPR, dual CCTV/ANPR, or upgrades to incorporate ANPR.
• Key dates: open 30 March 2026; close 18 May 2026.

What the WA CCTV Grant Program funds - and what it doesn’t

The program supports the strategic expansion of fixed CCTV and ANPR coverage in locations with known community safety risks.

It is intended for fixed camera infrastructure (not mobile units). Councils may also need to co‑fund enabling works, such as power supply and communications links, outside the per‑camera allocation.

In practice, the camera may be funded, but outcomes depend on sound design, site readiness, installation quality, commissioning and ongoing support.

How Redfish Technologies helps WA local governments succeed (end‑to‑end)

Redfish Technologies' core purpose is to assist clients in improving audiovisual and security outcomes through comprehensive services: consultancy, design, installation, configuration, training, maintenance, and support.

For councils applying for the CCTV Grant Program, that capability aligns with what matters most: design, installation, commissioning and dependable day‑to‑day operation.

1. CCTV and ANPR consultancy for WA councils (pre‑application and early planning)

Redfish Technologies often provides design and specification consulting, collaborating with ICT, leadership, and procurement teams to define solutions that meet operational needs.
This matters because the grant requires councils to demonstrate how deployments will address community safety concerns in specific hotspots.
A well-defined technical concept, including camera type, purpose, coverage, and site readiness, reduces delivery risks and facilitates approvals.

Typical outputs include:

• • Coverage concepts for town centres, activity hubs and high‑traffic precincts
  • A camera schedule aligned to eligible types (4K CCTV / ANPR / dual / ANPR upgrades)
  • Site readiness checks (power, comms, mounting constraints and maintenance access)

2. Design that supports evidential value and operational outcomes (not just visibility)

Redfish’s background in evidential AV underpins a focus on recording systems where accuracy, attribution and reliability are essential.

While council CCTV differs from courtroom capture, the discipline remains the same: footage must be usable when it matters, with reliable recording, auditability, and clear operating procedures, especially where WA Police collaboration and access models are involved.

3. Installation for WA local government environments

Because enabling works (including power and communications) may sit outside the funded allocation, careful installation planning is essential.

Redfish designs, installs and supports specialised AV and security solutions for government entities, with an emphasis on reliability and service quality. This is valuable for councils navigating approvals, public‑realm constraints and “keep it running” expectations.

4. Setup and commissioning (where many CCTV projects succeed or fail)

CCTV performance relies on technology, configuration and installation - covering storage, recording profiles, access controls, and (where applicable) ANPR tuning.

Redfish focuses on selecting and configuring technology to achieve specific outcomes, followed by commissioning, verification, documentation, and training to ensure council teams can confidently operate the system.

5. Training and ongoing support that fits council operations

Council operations often involve staff and contractors with different technical skills. Redfish provides practical training, clear documentation, and tailored support (including tiered service options) to reduce overhead and keep systems running smoothly. For councils, this matters because CCTV is not a ‘set and forget’ asset. It becomes part of ongoing community safety efforts and governance.

About Redfish Technologies

Redfish Technologies is an Australian AV and security integration business specialising in security systems and access control for organisations, including local governments, courts and law enforcement agencies.

With extensive delivery experience, Redfish designs, installs and supports specialised AV and security solutions, combining configuration expertise, training and support to achieve high reliability.

Redfish Technolgies is 100% Australian owned and operated.