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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 -
Queensland’s 77 mayors have spoken as one against domestic and family violence (DFV)
Every one of our state’s local government leaders has pledged their support for the Local Government Association of Queensland’s (LGAQ) ‘Not in our Backyard – stop abuse at the start’ campaign.
Every one of our state’s local government leaders has pledged their support for the Local Governme…
17th March 2022 -
Queensland councils welcome new stock route reforms
New laws introduced to ensure the future sustainability of the state’s stock route network.
New laws introduced to ensure the future sustainability of the state’s stock route network.
17th March 2022 -
Queensland councils welcome bridge funding boost
The Federal Government has committed an annual $95 million to the Bridges Renewal Program, with a further $10 million to be made available for each of the next four years.
The Federal Government has committed an annual $95 million to the Bridges Renewal Program, with a fu…
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Councils urgently seek commitment to emergency mobile roaming trial
Queensland councils are urging the Federal Government to immediately commit to a trial of domestic mobile roaming during emergencies.
Queensland councils are urging the Federal Government to immediately commit to a trial of domestic m…
23rd February 2022 -
Federal funding must flow to address overcrowding in Queensland's most vulnerable communities
The LGAQ is calling on the Federal Government to commit to a $100 million per annum housing package - for at least five years - in its upcoming budget.
The LGAQ is calling on the Federal Government to commit to a $100 million per annum housing package …
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Councils call for vital roads funding to prevent supply chain shortages
Queensland councils are calling on the Federal Government for urgently needed roads funding to provide vital supply chain support, with the flow-on effect of making the state’s roads safer for all.
Queensland councils are calling on the Federal Government for urgently needed roads funding to provi…
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Commission of Inquiry into the CCC a critical next step
A Commission of Inquiry into the Queensland Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC), to be headed by Tony Fitzgerald AC QC, is a critical step in restoring confidence in this important institution.
A Commission of Inquiry into the Queensland Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC), to be headed by T…
31st January 2022 -
Councils welcome CCC Chair resignation
The LGAQ President, Sunshine Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Jamieson, welcomes the decision of the Chair of the Crime and Corruption Commission to resign.
The LGAQ President, Sunshine Coast Regional Council Mayor Mark Jamieson, welcomes the decision of th…
25th January 2022 -
It is time to go, Alan MacSporran
CCC Chair Alan MacSporran must do the right thing and stand down from his role after yet another case was thrown out of court today.
CCC Chair Alan MacSporran must do the right thing and stand down from his role after yet another cas…
20th January 2022 -
Former North Burnett CEO heading to Douglas Shire Council
Former North Burnett Regional Council CEO Rachel Cooper is heading north after being appointed the CEO of Douglas Shire Council.
Former North Burnett Regional Council CEO Rachel Cooper is heading north after being appointed the C…
24th December 2021 -
Immediate waste levy certainty welcomed
The LGAQ welcomes the State’s decision to continue offsetting the cost of the waste levy on household wheelie bins until the community has more options available to reduce rubbish going to landfill.
The LGAQ welcomes the State’s decision to continue offsetting the cost of the waste levy on househ…
11th December 2021 -
Western Downs Regional Council appoints CEO
Western Downs Regional Council has appointed Jodie Taylor as the new Chief Executive Officer to take the organisation forward for the next five years.
Western Downs Regional Council has appointed Jodie Taylor as the new Chief Executive Officer to tak…
10th December 2021 -
National honour for Aurukun Shire Mayor
The LGAQ extends its heartiest congratulations to Aurukun Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Keri Tamwoy, on being named ‘Person of the Year’ at the 2021 National NAIDOC Awards.
The LGAQ extends its heartiest congratulations to Aurukun Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Keri Tamwo…
2nd December 2021 -
LGAQ welcomes new program to cut NQ insurance costs
New $10 million State Government program to help cyclone-prone communities in North and Far North Queensland reduce the impact of natural disasters and cut the cost of insurance for residents.
New $10 million State Government program to help cyclone-prone communities in North and Far North Qu…
11th November 2021