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Crisis point: Postcode discrimination a major economic handbrake on rural development
Exorbitant deposit requirements imposed on Queenslanders seeking to buy a home in in rural and remote Queensland are stifling economic growth by locking prospective buyers out of the market.
Exorbitant deposit requirements imposed on Queenslanders seeking to buy a home in in rural and remot…
13th October 2022 -
The countdown is on to the 126th LGAQ Annual Conference
Taking place at the Cairns Convention Centre from 17-19 October, this year’s conference theme is ‘Community Liveability’, recognising that every Queensland community deserve to be a liveable one.
Taking place at the Cairns Convention Centre from 17-19 October, this year’s conference theme is �…
11th October 2022 -
Crisis point: Housing shortage threatens rural and remote community jobs and businesses
A lack of housing options for future residents is jeopardising major economic opportunities to help rural and remote communities like Etheridge and Murweh Shire grow.
A lack of housing options for future residents is jeopardising major economic opportunities to help …
4th October 2022 -
Councils take proactive steps to protect employees from silent killer
Central Highlands, Rockhampton, Banana, Noosa and Toowoomba Councils have all bought bowel cancer testing kits for their staff.
Central Highlands, Rockhampton, Banana, Noosa and Toowoomba Councils have all bought bowel cancer te…
20th September 2022 -
Government protocols following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Government protocols following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Government protocols following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
9th September 2022 -
Failed CCC councillor cases need immediate post-prosecution review
The LGAQ is calling for swift post-prosecution reviews of other failed cases launched by the CCC against mayors and councillors.
The LGAQ is calling for swift post-prosecution reviews of other failed cases launched by the CCC aga…
10th August 2022 -
Action plan to tackle housing crisis
Quadrupling social housing funding, extending the First Home Owners’ Grant and unlocking abandoned, unused and empty properties are ways to begin conquering Queensland’s housing crisis.
Quadrupling social housing funding, extending the First Home Owners’ Grant and unlocking abandoned…
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LGAQ statement in response to possible Ministerial intervention in Redlands matter
Ministerial powers to remove an elected mayor or councillor from office should only be used in the most serious of circumstances.
Ministerial powers to remove an elected mayor or councillor from office should only be used in the m…
3rd July 2022 -
Queensland councils welcome further bans on harmful plastics
This is a positive next step in the ongoing efforts to protect our environment and create a more sustainable future
This is a positive next step in the ongoing efforts to protect our environment and create a more su…
1st July 2022 -
Disaster recovery, SES funding, waste levy certainty welcome but Budget misses key council marks
LGAQ President and Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said the Association was disappointed the State was yet to meet the most critical budget asks put forward on behalf of Queensland councils
LGAQ President and Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said the Association was disappointed …
21st June 2022 -
Isisford's Sally Edwards awarded Public Service Medal
The LGAQ extends its sincere congratulations to Longreach Regional Council's Isisford Branch Manager Sally Edwards after she was awarded the Public Service Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.
The LGAQ extends its sincere congratulations to Longreach Regional Council's Isisford Branch Manager…
20th June 2022 -
Cook Shire ready for Regional University Centre
Cooktown’s new Regional University Centre comes after sustained advocacy by Queensland councils to have this successful program made available to more local communities in the state.
Cooktown’s new Regional University Centre comes after sustained advocacy by Queensland councils to…
2nd June 2022 -
2022 Federal Election Case Study – Liveability is built around more than just natural beauty
Fraser Coast Regional Council is adding its voice to the national call to restore Financial Assistance Grant funding to councils from the Federal Government back to at least one per cent of taxation.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is adding its voice to the national call to restore Financial Assistan…
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Mount Isa the latest regional universities recruit
The LGAQ welcomes the announcement by the Federal Government that the Regional University Centre program is to be expanded to Mount Isa.
The LGAQ welcomes the announcement by the Federal Government that the Regional University Centre pro…
10th May 2022 -
Burke Shire Council helping Indigenous residents become homeowners
Burke Shire Council is helping its community break the cycle with a unique partnership that’s making the seemingly impossible prospect of home ownership a reality.
Burke Shire Council is helping its community break the cycle with a unique partnership that’s maki…