About LGAQ

The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) is the peak body for local government in Queensland. We are a not-for-profit association setup solely to serve the State's 73 councils and their individual needs.
 
We have been advising, supporting and representing local councils since 1896, allowing them to improve their operations and strengthen relationships with their communities.
 
We do this by:

• connecting them to people and places that count;
• supporting their drive to innovate and improve service delivery through smart services and sustainable solutions;
• and delivering them the means to achieve community, professional and political excellence.
• LGAQ is 100 percent council-owned, offering a range of support services and solutions to all council employees.

While membership is voluntary, all Queensland councils are members. The Association is funded by subscriptions, revenue from business initiatives and government grants. Subscriptions account for one third of the Association's revenue.

We are administered by a Policy Executive, a group of Mayors and Councillors who are elected by their peers to represent all regions of Queensland. The Policy Executive has 14 members - 13 district representatives and a President - who meet quarterly.

LGAQ also has a Board which is appointed by the Policy Executive and consists of three Directors and the President. Download the Association's Constitution, Financial Report and Annual Report.

The Association's activities are driven by three corporate objectives:

• Establish a Leadership Reputation
• Grow the Scope and Depth of our Relationship with Members
• LGAQ Financial Sustainability
• We ensure these objectives are achieved by developing and following our Strategic Direction and Corporate on a four yearly basis.

How We Help Councils

Representative Body

We facilitate investigation, analysis and action on all matters of interest or concern to members. From debating state and federal policy changes to influencing funding arrangements, the LGAQ strives to successfully represent the broader aspirations of Queensland local government.

LGAQ coordinates advisory and reference groups as well as actively seeking member feedback through LG Online and formal survey processes. Resolutions at the LGAQ Annual Conference also provide direction for LGAQ policy initiatives.

Advocacy

LGAQ represents member interests on numerous boards and committees. From the Industrial Relations Commission to any number of government and industry boards, committees and working groups, representatives are present to ensure that the voice of local government is heard. The Association welcomes members' views and encourages council participation and engagement.

State and National Voice

LGAQ acts as a spokesperson for Queensland local government. It releases close to 100 news releases per annum and averages over 3000 mentions a year in all forms of media. LGAQ conducts significant campaigns and represents the united front of local government in many issues, such as the Federal 'Inquiry into Cost Shifting'.

Policy

Policy development, representation, advice and support are available to all members through the Association's large team of managers, advisors and officers. Councils are welcome to contact the Association on any policy matter, with written and telephone support available at no cost.

Learning and Development Leaders

LGAQ is an accredited training provider (RTO) that provides targetted training modules to thousands of local government employees annually. Services are available on a 'fee-for-service' basis to all of our members. Visit the Learning and Development pages for a comprehensive guide of courses on offer.