The MAV wants councils to embrace AI innovation in statutory planning while ensuring safety and transparency.
Category: Peaks & associations
Unlocking safer, smarter cities
Why local governments across Australia should support the Before You Dig Australia Digital Portal development.
WALGA 2025 Local Government Awards presented
Dozens of worthy individuals have been recognised at the WALGA 2025 Local Government Awards ceremony.
New Chair of Australia Council Board appointed
Professor Wesley Enoch, who had been acting in the role since May, will now take up a four-year term.
NSW ratepayers slugged $500 each in ‘cost shifting’
LGNSW says the state and federal governments have loaded councils with an extra $1.5bn burden.
Queensland’s call to save infrastructure funding
Regional mayors voice support for the continuation of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program.
Murray Darling Association elects new president
The MDA is a local government member-based organisation that advocates for the Murray-Darling Basin region.
NSW peak calls for inclusion in housing reform talks
The appeal follows a meeting between government and opposition to discuss an overhaul of the state’s planning system.
New LGNSW president commits to rule change
The proposal follows the surprise departure of the peak’s former president Darriea Turley.
Sudden leadership change at LGNSW
Phyllis Miller is the peak body’s new president following Darriea Turley’s surprise exit.