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Councils meet to debate pressure on waste services
The ability of local government to determine its own waste management services still hangs in the balance without a clear commitment from the State Government on a vital piece of legislation.
The ability of local government to determine its own waste management services still hangs in the ba…
6th February 2019 -
Six local councils receive robotics grants
Six councils from Far North Queensland to the Gold Coast have been awarded FIRST LEGO League robotics grants.
Six councils from Far North Queensland to the Gold Coast have been awarded FIRST LEGO League robotic…
6th February 2019 -
What you need to make great videos
Want to make great video content to engage your community? Look no further than this guide - with solutions for every budget.
Want to make great video content to engage your community? Look no further than this guide - with so…
5th February 2019 -
What is to be done about mental health in the bush?
A tragic story has shed light on another area of care and public policy that deserves attention, the state of mental health services in rural and remote Australia.
A tragic story has shed light on another area of care and public policy that deserves attention, the…
5th February 2019 -
Scaling a mountain of potential
This week we profile the city of Mt Isa; the town with a colourful history as a mining town now has its sights set on a diversified economy, with Mayor McCulloch at its helm.
This week we profile the city of Mt Isa; the town with a colourful history as a mining town now has …
4th February 2019 -
The fight to be heard
The Federal Government’s looming withdrawal from a vital remote Indigenous housing funding program has prompted the LGAQ to engage in a comprehensive and hard-fought campaign with its member councils.
The Federal Government’s looming withdrawal from a vital remote Indigenous housing funding program…
4th February 2019 -
What makes Southern Downs proud? Ten facts and figures.
When you used to say solar energy, you wouldn't say Southern Downs. But that's about to change, as The University of Queensland is building a massive solar farm in the region.
When you used to say solar energy, you wouldn't say Southern Downs. But that's about to change, as T…
31st January 2019 -
Lockyer Valley rises to the top
Through sheer grit, determination and strong partnerships, the Lockyer Valley community is not only got back on its feet since the flood events of 2011 and 2013- it is flourishing
Through sheer grit, determination and strong partnerships, the Lockyer Valley community is not only …
31st January 2019 -
A big win for Wujal Wujal
The small far north Queensland Aboriginal shire of Wujal Wujal has beaten all comers to win the 2018 National Local Government Award for Excellence
The small far north Queensland Aboriginal shire of Wujal Wujal has beaten all comers to win the 2018…
31st January 2019 -
Element of intent must remain in new Conflict of Interest offences
The Local Government Association of Queensland is urging the Palaszczuk Government ensure the element of intent remains part of planned new conflict of interest offences currently before State Parliam
The Local Government Association of Queensland is urging the Palaszczuk Government ensure the elem…21st January 2019 -
Fire and rain and a big 2018
In James Taylor’s famous words, I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain. So has much of Queensland recently. It’s been a tumultuous end to a tumultuous 2018.
In James Taylor’s famous words, I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain. So has much of Queensland r…
14th December 2018 -
Council jobs: let the hard work begin
The scourge of natural disaster has come early in the disaster season in the form of ferocious fires whipped up by an unprecedented heatwave. Our hearts go out to those Queenslanders who have lost hom
The scourge of natural disaster has come early in the disaster season in the form of ferocious fires…
30th November 2018 -
Connecting Bulloo
How the Thargomindah Airport Terminal & Bulloo River Walk are bringing in the tourists and growing a community.
How the Thargomindah Airport Terminal & Bulloo River Walk are bringing in the tourists and growing a…
30th November 2018 -
Council pride on display
Uncover the stories of real-life council workers from several Queensland locations, each with a unique story about their daily role.
Uncover the stories of real-life council workers from several Queensland locations, each with a uniq…
21st November 2018 -
Brett Walsh wins inaugural Butch Lenton Award
Barcaldine Regional Council deputy chief executive Brett Walsh has won the inaugural Butch Lenton Memorial Bush Councils Innovation Award
Barcaldine Regional Council deputy chief executive Brett Walsh has won the inaugural Butch Lenton Me…
19th November 2018