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Works for Queensland campaign calls for funding restoration
The LGAQ is asking the State Government to restore Works for Queensland funding back to $100 million per annum – consistent with historical funding levels.
The LGAQ is asking the State Government to restore Works for Queensland funding back to $100 million…
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$250m roads and infrastructure top-up a win for communities
Queensland councils have welcomed Labor’s commitment to increase funding for the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program (LRCIP) by $250 million if elected at the May 21 Federal poll.
Queensland councils have welcomed Labor’s commitment to increase funding for the Local Roads and C…
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Action needed now for pandemic pollution
Over the past decade, no single issue has grabbed the attention of the public as much as climate change.
Over the past decade, no single issue has grabbed the attention of the public as much as climate cha…
3rd May 2022 -
First Nations Mayors to go to Canberra to secure housing action after nation’s political leaders fail to come to them
Queensland’s 17 First Nations councils have voted to lead a delegation to Canberra to finally get action on the overcrowding crisis after the major parties snubbed this week's Indigenous Leaders Forum
Queensland’s 17 First Nations councils have voted to lead a delegation to Canberra to finally get …
28th April 2022 -
2022 Federal Election Case Study - Carpentaria Shire Council build a new footpath for the community
Carpentaria Shire Council has built a new footpath from town to the local rodeo grounds, providing employment, safety, and health benefits to the community since receiving LRCIP funding.
Carpentaria Shire Council has built a new footpath from town to the local rodeo grounds, providing e…
28th April 2022 -
2022 Federal Election Case Study - Logan, Redland and Ipswich City Councils move their communities toward zero-waste
A waste alliance between three neighbouring south-east Queensland councils – City of Logan, Ipswich City Council and Redland City Councils has been born to move communities toward zero-waste.
A waste alliance between three neighbouring south-east Queensland councils – City of Logan, Ipswic…
28th April 2022 -
$400 million roads commitment a boost to local economies
The LGAQ welcomes a $400 million Federal Coalition commitment to upgrade key roads servicing the cattle and agricultural industries in Central and Western Queensland.
The LGAQ welcomes a $400 million Federal Coalition commitment to upgrade key roads servicing the cat…
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Statement from LGAQ CEO Alison Smith regarding proposed electoral expenditure caps
The LGAQ supports the introduction of spending caps so long as they are workable and enhance the democratic process.
The LGAQ supports the introduction of spending caps so long as they are workable and enhance the dem…
20th April 2022 -
2022 Federal Election Case Study - Etheridge Shire Council digital connectivity challenges
In Georgetown, transactions in the pub are hindered by lack of digital connectivity required to run the Eftpos machine – a basic requirement taken for granted in most businesses across the country.
In Georgetown, transactions in the pub are hindered by lack of digital connectivity required to run …
20th April 2022 -
Remote roads upgrade program welcomed
Crucial Federal funding to upgrade rural and remote Queensland roads has been much welcomed by the peak body representing the state’s councils.
Crucial Federal funding to upgrade rural and remote Queensland roads has been much welcomed by the p…
20th April 2022 -
2022 Federal Election Case Study - Whitsunday Regional Council housing crisis
The housing crisis affecting the Whitsunday Region is the worst Acting Mayor Mike Brunker has seen in his lifetime.
The housing crisis affecting the Whitsunday Region is the worst Acting Mayor Mike Brunker has seen i…
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Logan launches tourism brand
The City of Logan is positioning itself as an emerging tourism destination with Logan City Council launching a new tourism destination brand – ‘Explore Logan’.
The City of Logan is positioning itself as an emerging tourism destination with Logan City Council l…
12th April 2022 -
Candidates, parties must commit to supporting liveable communities
Political parties are being warned to put local communities first or risk coming last as the Federal Election campaign officially begins today.
Political parties are being warned to put local communities first or risk coming last as the Federal…
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Councils welcome agreement on natural disaster resilience funds
The Federal Government has committed to co-fund a $741 million natural disaster resilience package. The raft of measures incorporates initiatives, such as house raising and voluntary buy-backs.
The Federal Government has committed to co-fund a $741 million natural disaster resilience package.�…
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Further disaster mitigation funding must flow
All levels of government must work together to ensure funding flows to help flood-impacted Queenslanders build back better.
All levels of government must work together to ensure funding flows to help flood-impacted Queenslan…