President's column
I would like to extend a warm welcome, on behalf of the sector, to our new Federal minister, Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie, who was sworn in on Tuesday as the Minister for Regional Services, Sport, Local Government and Decentralisation in Prime Minister Scott Morrison's new ministry.
As the President of ALGA, I am determined to build on the already strong relationship that exists between the Commonwealth and local government.
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Statement from the incoming federal local government minister
It is an incredible privilege to serve the Australian people in these portfolios.
The Regional Services portfolio is a continuation of my current portfolios of Rural Health and Regional Communications and I'm thrilled to be able to continue our work on delivering more doctors and digital connectivity to regional Australia.
There are some exciting developments coming up in these areas, including the delivery of the National Rural Health Strategy and the National Ice Strategy
Community Sport Infrastructure grants program
Eligible organisations can apply for grants up to $500,000 to upgrade and develop local community sport infrastructure in 2018-19.
The new grant program will support local communities to develop facilities that encourage greater levels of participation in community sport and physical activity, offer safer and more inclusive sporting environments and develop local community sporting hubs.
Program guidelines and information regarding the Community Sport Infrastructure grant program is available at
Latest News
A new innovation hub at the Digital Transformation Agency
The federal Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) has launched a new co-Lab innovation hub to help accelerate cross-government collaboration and digital innovation.
Draft Basin Plan report released
Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources David Littleproud has welcomed the Productivity Commission's draft report - Murray-Darling Basin Plan: Five-year assessment - on Basin Plan implementation.
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Do you work in or have an interest in the primary prevention of violence against women? If so, please consider responding to the Our Watch national survey
Councils step up to improving heavy vehicle productivity and safety across Australia
The Federal Government has announced that 93 road upgrade projects will share in a total of $132.5 million in federal funding under Round Six of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program
Launch of the new Water Quality Australia website
A joint initiative between the Commonwealth, state, territory and New Zealand governments will help better manage and protect water resources
London looking to be world's most walkable city
London is targeting an extra million walking trips a day by 2024 as part of the UK capital's first walking action plan, of which technology will play a major role
A new innovation hub at the Digital Transformation Agency
The federal Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) has launched a new co-Lab innovation hub to help accelerate cross-government collaboration and digital innovation.
Draft Basin Plan report released
Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources David Littleproud has welcomed the Productivity Commission's draft report - Murray-Darling Basin Plan: Five-year assessment - on Basin Plan implementation.
Do you work in or have an interest in the primary prevention of violence against women?
Do you work in or have an interest in the primary prevention of violence against women? If so, please consider responding to the Our Watch national survey
Councils step up to improving heavy vehicle productivity and safety across Australia
The Federal Government has announced that 93 road upgrade projects will share in a total of $132.5 million in federal funding under Round Six of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program
Launch of the new Water Quality Australia website
A joint initiative between the Commonwealth, state, territory and New Zealand governments will help better manage and protect water resources
London looking to be world's most walkable city
London is targeting an extra million walking trips a day by 2024 as part of the UK capital's first walking action plan, of which technology will play a major role
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Australian Regional Tourism Convention 2018
Invest in your professional development at the Australian Regional Tourism Convention 2018.
The conference is a must-attend event for regional tourism professionals. It provides a platform for delegates to exchange ideas, problem-solve shared challenges and discuss important issues facing our industry.
The 2018 Australian Regional Convention theme is “pushing the boundaries”.
- Learn how to foster sustainable growth with Nigel Collin, a memorable speaker and business coach. Nigel will share strategies from his business help book, “Game of Inches”.
- Explore agritourism in regional and rural Australia. What are its challenges and opportunities? Learn about the national strategic priorities identified and next steps.
- Discuss and compare two contrasting ends of the destination management spectrum, from digital marketing to product development strategies—what’s best for your destination?
… and much more!
Download the conference program.
The 8th Annual Workforce Planning for the Public Sector Summit 2018
27 – 28 November 2018, Novotel Canberra
Ahead of the Workforce Planning for the Public Sector Summit 2018, we chat with Simone Cook, Director of People and Performance at the City of Canterbury Bankstown who explores the strategies for creating an amalgamated Workforce Planning strategy to develop resilience for immediate and long term demands.
If you’re interested in hearing more, join us at the 8th Annual Workforce Planning for the Public Sector Summit, held 27 – 28 November 2018 at the Novotel Canberra.
The summit brings together 30+ workforce planning experts from the likes of the Workforce Planning Global, Parks Victoria, Queensland Public Service Commission and more who discuss strategies to prepare for the future workforce through scenario planning, workforce analytics and capability building.
Spaces are filling fast so reserve your seat now by registering online or calling 02 9229 1000.
National Local Roads and Transport Congress
20-22 November 2018
Alice Springs, NT
The Australian Local Government Association's National Local Roads and Transport Congress is only a few months away! This year we are lucky enough to hold the Congress in Alice Springs.
The theme for the 2018 Congress is Connecting Transport Networks Now and into the Future. The key benefit of improved transport connectivity is its transformational effects - making cities and regions more accessible, more liveable and creating opportunities for economic development that could not otherwise exist.
Registration is open with limited spots left for the popular networking dinner at the Outback Quarry!