President's column
MALCOLM TURNBULL's ministerial reshuffle this week has ensured that 2017 ends not with a whimper but a bang loud enough to be heard throughout the Local Government sector.
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Let locals drive regional development: Productivity Commission
COMMONWEALTH attempts to generate regional economic development have been largely a waste of money, the Productivity Commission says.
A flash flood advisory service for councils
THE BUREAU OF Meteorology is promoting a recently developed service intended to support Local Government develop fit-for-purpose flash flood warning systems.
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McVeigh handed key portfolio role
QUEENSLAND MP John McVeigh was sworn in as the new Federal Minister for Regional Development, Territories and Local Government this week.
Call for Motions for 2018 National General Assembly
THE AUSTRALIAN Local Government Association is now calling for Notices of Motions for the 2018 National General Assembly.
Heavy vehicle pilot program ready to roll
THE FEDERAL government is working with state, territory and Local Governments and other stakeholders to progress heavy vehicle road reform.
Victoria's draft Local Government Bill on public view
VICTORIA'S draft Local Government Bill (2018) has been released for public comment and feedback.
SA councils to get extra cash for road upgrades
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN councils are to get an extra $40 million over the next two years to help with local road improvements.
News in brief
THE MAYOR of Waverley Council says he's disappointed at the NSW state government's apparent refusal to reimburse its amalgamation costs.
McVeigh handed key portfolio role
QUEENSLAND MP John McVeigh was sworn in as the new Federal Minister for Regional Development, Territories and Local Government this week.
Call for Motions for 2018 National General Assembly
THE AUSTRALIAN Local Government Association is now calling for Notices of Motions for the 2018 National General Assembly.
Heavy vehicle pilot program ready to roll
THE FEDERAL government is working with state, territory and Local Governments and other stakeholders to progress heavy vehicle road reform.
Victoria's draft Local Government Bill on public view
VICTORIA'S draft Local Government Bill (2018) has been released for public comment and feedback.
SA councils to get extra cash for road upgrades
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN councils are to get an extra $40 million over the next two years to help with local road improvements.
News in brief
THE MAYOR of Waverley Council says he's disappointed at the NSW state government's apparent refusal to reimburse its amalgamation costs.
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National General Assembly of Local Government
Australia's Future Make It Local
17-20 June 2018 Canberra
There is not much time left to book registrations to attend the largest, most influential local government conference in Australia which occurs just once a year.
The Australian Local Government Association's National General Assembly, held in Canberra, attracts representatives from all 537 councils across the states and territories.
The theme for the 2018 Conference is Australia's Future: Let's make it local. It reflects Local Government's ability - and potential - to influence the political agenda for the upcoming federal election.
Registration are still open with limited spots left for the popular networking dinners! Also, take the opportunity to register for the National Regional Forum to engage in the most up to date and contemporary issues facing Australia's regions. This forum addresses all regions, including metro.
To view the NGA Program please click here.