ALGA requests a “significant uplift” to local government budgets.
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Chalmers overlooks councils’ cash struggles
Local government needs significant long-term support to deliver local, place-based solutions to national challenges, says peak.
A Q&A … with Matt Burnett
Mayor of Gladstone Regional Council and president of both the LGAQ and ALGA offers insights into public service.
Councils blocked from federal infrastructure process
It is crucial that councils have the nominate infrastructure projects of national significance, says peak.
Bruce funding renews calls for end to 50:50 cost-shift
The federal government has committed to funding 80% of the upgrade bill.
Townsville mayor suspended amid corruption probe
Troy Thompson is alleged to have embellished military history during Queensland election.
Queenslanders back local action
Overwhelming support for councils to deliver community solutions, survey reveals.
LGAQ teams with Granicus to boost digital engagement
The goal is is to help the state’s 77 councils improve their digital services and capability.
Qld councils release hit list of housing roadblocks
Queensland councils have identified the biggest bottlenecks preventing the development of almost 600,000 sites zoned for new homes.
Qld councils celebrate ban on carbon capture in Great Artesian Basin
Queensland councils are celebrating following the state government’s ban on carbon capture and storage in the Great Artesian Basin.