The Institute of Public Administration Australia WA (IPAA WA) was established in 1945 and is the only professional association for the public sector in WA. The Institute enables those with an interest in public administration and public sector reform to exchange ideas on trends, practices and innovations. IPAA WA has a diverse membership comprising public servants from all tiers of government, business executives, consultants and academics. Our Core Values: INNOVATION: Generating and applying new ideas and better practice for the public sector. LEARNING: Sharing and applying new knowledge to improve performance. SERVICE: Serving members and adding value to public sector institutions.