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$4 million to protect communities from coastal hazards—applications open now
It’s additional funding to the QCoast2100 program that supports local governments to implement climate change adaptation.
It’s additional funding to the QCoast2100 program that supports local governments to implement cli…
22nd May 2023 -
Council lab expands testing services to include Legionella
Townsville City Council’s laboratory is one of only two local government laboratories outside Brisbane approved to test for Legionella pneumophila
Townsville City Council’s laboratory is one of only two local government laboratories outside Bris…
21st April 2023 -
2024 Queensland local government elections
The next Queensland local government election is scheduled for March 2024. Find relevant information here in the lead-up to the elections.
The next Queensland local government election is scheduled for March 2024. Find relevant information…
18th April 2023 -
State funding to support councils to deliver local housing action plans welcomed
Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) CEO Alison Smith welcomed today’s announcement of State Government funding to facilitate the delivery of housing action plans across Queensland.
Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) CEO Alison Smith welcomed today’s announcement o…
28th March 2023 -
Queensland councils call for critical flood funding
A critical lack of federal funding is leaving Queensland with a flood warning system prone to breakdown and patchy coverage
A critical lack of federal funding is leaving Queensland with a flood warning system prone to breakd…
13th March 2023 -
From dreaming to reality in the Valley of Hope
Outside the Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council building flies the flag of another council. It’s one that’s 1,500 kilometres south of the township, or 16.5 hours by car—a lot more via a WWII-era train.
Outside the Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council building flies the flag of another council. It’s on…
15th February 2023 -
Queensland council parks shine in international awards
Five proud winners, including four in Queensland - in Australia joined accredited parks and green spaces in 16 other countries around the world for this latest announcement.
Five proud winners, including four in Queensland - in Australia joined accredited parks and green sp…
17th January 2023 -
Applications open for Reconciliation grants program
Be a Voice for Generations: Queenslanders are encouraged to apply now for a share of the Celebrating Reconciliation Grants Program 2023.
Be a Voice for Generations: Queenslanders are encouraged to apply now for a share of the Celebrating…
10th January 2023 -
LGAQ pays tribute to Mr Herbert Keith Oliver
LGAQ acknowledges the contributions of Mr Herbert Keith Oliver (PSM, FLGMA), another legend of the Queensland local government family who passed away in November.
LGAQ acknowledges the contributions of Mr Herbert Keith Oliver (PSM, FLGMA), another legend of the Q…
9th January 2023 -
Tribute to Esk council stalwart
A former Esk councillor who served local government for almost four decades has died.
A former Esk councillor who served local government for almost four decades has died.
9th January 2023 -
Greater Flexibility for Citizenship Ceremonies for 2023
The Australian Government has announced an update to the Australian Citizenship Ceremonies Code, allowing councils to hold Australia Day citizenship ceremonies on or around 26 January.
The Australian Government has announced an update to the Australian Citizenship Ceremonies Code,…
19th December 2022 -
Council supports the cycle with free period products
As a part of its commitment to gender equality, Townsville City Council has developed Support the Cycle as a way to reduce stress and anxiety for people who menstruate.
As a part of its commitment to gender equality, Townsville City Council has developed Support the Cy…
15th December 2022 -
$7.1 million for local council apprentices and trainees
More than $7.1 million will fund 365 traineeships and 110 apprenticeships at local councils across Queensland.
More than $7.1 million will fund 365 traineeships and 110 apprenticeships at local councils across Q…
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LGA out of drought for first time in nearly a decade
Paroo Shire will be officially out of drought from December 1, for the first time since 2013, bringing the area of Queensland still drought declared down to 38.1 per cent.
Paroo Shire will be officially out of drought from December 1, for the first time since 2013, bringi…
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Noosa Mayor recognised for DV efforts
Mayor Stewart received a special commendation recognising her prevention and awareness work in the Noosa Shire during the presentation of the third annual Alison Woolla Memorial Award.
Mayor Stewart received a special commendation recognising her prevention and awareness work in the N…
21st October 2022