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Nominate a local leader in domestic and family violence prevention
Nominations are now open for the Local Government Association of Queensland’s (LGAQ) Alison Woolla Memorial Award for local leadership in the prevention of domestic and family violence.
Nominations are now open for the Local Government Association of Queensland’s (LGAQ) Alison Woolla…
26th August 2021 -
Border councils win much-needed support
Deputy Premier Steven Miles has announced the establishment of a fund to help reimburse border councils for the costs they have incurred supporting the border closures to protect Queenslanders...
Deputy Premier Steven Miles has announced the establishment of a fund to help reimburse border counc…
20th August 2021 -
Last one out, please turn off the lights
North Burnett Regional Council Mayor Rachel Chambers says it's time to fix the system and address the inequality across our state in this open letter.
North Burnett Regional Council Mayor Rachel Chambers says it's time to fix the system and address th…
17th August 2021 -
Don’t forget to have your say on stock route reform
Just a few weeks remain before submissions close on the Queensland Government’s proposed changes to the management of the state’s stock routes.
Just a few weeks remain before submissions close on the Queensland Government’s proposed changes t…
13th August 2021 -
Funding boost for Logan's sporting women
Logan City Council has launched a Game on for Women (GOFW) initiative to increase female participation in sport.
Logan City Council has launched a Game on for Women (GOFW) initiative to increase female participati…
9th August 2021 -
Multicultural Month kicks off in Cairns
A month-long celebration of multiculturalism is kicking off in Cairns this weekend to celebrate the region's diversity.
A month-long celebration of multiculturalism is kicking off in Cairns this weekend to celebrate the …
6th August 2021 -
Why Congruent is your new go-to tool
This week we wanted to talk a little bit more about Congruent - which you may remember our CEO Greg Hallam AM spoke about in last week’s CEO Wrap.
This week we wanted to talk a little bit more about Congruent - which you may remember our CEO Greg …
6th August 2021 -
Life on Mars? Balloons over Burke offer new tourism experience
With Aussies holidaying at home for the foreseeable future, there’s a hot new attraction in the Outback Shire of Burke that is set to draw visitors – a balloon ride over the Gulf region’s extraordinary landscape.
With Aussies holidaying at home for the foreseeable future, there’s a hot new attraction in the …
3rd August 2021 -
Partnership provides free phone and data service to domestic violence victims
A new partnership in the Redlands is helping adults and children in domestic violence situations to stay connected to vital support networks.
A new partnership in the Redlands is helping adults and children in domestic violence situations to …
30th July 2021 -
Introducing your new member portal: Congruent
This week marks a monumental milestone for the Local Government Association of Queensland with the launch on Tuesday of Congruent, our new member platform to replace LG Online.
This week marks a monumental milestone for the Local Government Association of Queensland with the l…
29th July 2021 -
Data driving smart decision-making in Woombye
Sunshine Coast Council is turning to remote sensors and the ‘Internet of Things’ to get more in touch with what its communities need from it, and to run more efficiently.
Sunshine Coast Council is turning to remote sensors and the ‘Internet of Things’ to get more in …
26th July 2021 -
Border closure funding push continues
With the announcement on Thursday of the reinstated hard border closure with NSW, the LGAQ has issued a public statement urging the State to reimburse border councils for the costs they have borne in helping the Government enact its COVID-19 related border protections.
With the announcement on Thursday of the reinstated hard border closure with NSW, the LGAQ has issue…
23rd July 2021 -
Sexual harassment in the workplace and beyond
There is currently an increased focus on the laws and reporting requirements for sexual harassment in Australia. There appears to be confusion on the operation of those laws.
There is currently an increased focus on the laws and reporting requirements for sexual harassment i…
22nd July 2021 -
Boost employee engagement with the right digital platform
LGAQ Chief Digital Officer Tracy Whitelaw explains that choosing the right tools for employee engagement can help you reach your objectives.
LGAQ Chief Digital Officer Tracy Whitelaw explains that choosing the right tools for employee engage…
22nd July 2021 -
Oval upgrade brings Yarrabah community together
The Yarrabah Seahawks Rugby League Football Club can now train well into the night—with better access for Aboriginal Elders as spectators—thanks to a recent upgrade of Jilara Oval in Yarrabah.
The Yarrabah Seahawks Rugby League Football Club can now train well into the night—with better acc…
21st July 2021