Despite Australia’s dependence on local government to respond to disasters, it often lacks the resources and skills to do so – says new report.
Category: Local
WA’s population growth presents challenges for councils, says peak
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the state reached the three-million mark last week.
Leaders pledge financial support to local government
Ahead of Saturday’s Queensland election, the state’s premier and opposition leader appear at LGAQ’s annual conference.
Multimillion-dollar boost for local roads
SA councils receive more than $20m in federal funding to improve the state’s roads.
Liverpool Council inquiry gathers pace
Investigation into allegations of maladministration enters next phase.
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.
Councils dragging housing approvals, says business peak
Local government criticised for sitting on housing decisions.
Concerns over NSW’s vibrancy reforms
The latest plans propose the removal of conditions of development consent.
LGANT announces new CEO
Mary Watson – who commenced the role last week – has been the peak’s acting chief since February.