Queensland councils are joining forces to streamline the design and construction of vital community water and sewage assets across the state.

Two weeks in Europe and the US looking at nine Energy from Waste (EfW) plants, visiting six cities and talking to councils and county governments

The way in which we protect the places where native animals are mostly likely to breed is currently under the microscope in Queensland. Have your say by Tuesday 2 October.

New research released in August has found that nearly 10% more Australians have increased levels of trust in local government compared to 2016.

The introduction of this Bill is of significant interest and concern for local councils. There are several unresolved matters that need to be considered as part of this consultation process. Deadline

New research released in August has found that nearly 10% more Australians have increased levels of trust in local government compared to 2016.

A parliamentary committee has held an inquiry in Emerald into regional inequality in Australia. The Mayor of Central Highlands spoke about the hearings when he recently visited LG House.

A new trade and investment mentor will advise Queensland councils on how to take advantage of opportunities for their communities to encourage greater business links with overseas firms.

David Camerlengo will assist councils seeking to attract international investment to their regions.

Grants of up to $1 million for security measures to address crime and anti-social behaviour in community spaces are now available for local governments under a new Safer Communities Fund.

An open letter to Bridget McKenzie, Minister for Regional Services, Sport, Local Government and Decentralisation.

LGAQ President and Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson has reaffirmed that councils welcome any and all actions that genuinely support greater adherence to governance.

In a week of upheaval in Australian politics, it was interesting to watch the leadership drama in Canberra from the idyllic north Queensland community of Palm Island.

As one of the major investors in protecting and preserving our environment, councils across Queensland are being asked to have their say in an inquiry into Australia's Faunal extinction crisis.

The LGAQ is mourning the tragic loss of our colleague and friend, Ryan Goff, who lost his life in a traffic accident on 10 August.