Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) in Newstead, Queensland | Organisation
Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ)
Locality: Newstead, Queensland
Phone: +61 1300 542 700
Address: Level 2, 25 Evelyn Street, Newstead 4006 Newstead, QLD, Australia
Website: http://www.lgaq.asn.au
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24.01.2022 It's November and this month the men at Local Government Association of Queensland are growing a mo to save a bro. Movember Australia exists to help men live happier, healthier, longer lives this is what drives every single one of their 1,250 men’s health projects. Check back in on 30 November to see a mo update! #localgovqld #movember #mentalhealth See how your can do your part here: https://lnkd.in/gVEH2PS
21.01.2022 Queensland councils secured some significant commitments from Labor during the State Election, as outlined by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk at last month’s LGAQ Annual Conference, as well as in writing, in a letter to the Association. The Budget will be handed down on Tuesday and debated in State Parliament next week. Have a read, watch and listen to this week's CEO update by Greg Hallam AM PSM. Find out more here: https://okt.to/wCYcn2
19.01.2022 We love seeing our members work towards their Coastal Hazard Adaption Strategy (CHAS). Our Project Managers for QCoast2100, Emma Schofield and Mat Cork travelled to Sunshine Coast Council and Moreton Bay Regional Council to attend their community engagement activities. Many coastal communities face coastal erosion and inundation risks. The QCoast2100 Program is a $13.234M Queensland State Government commitment on behalf of coastal local governments. Congratulations to these councils on working towards helping their communities. We love seeing this!
19.01.2022 Calling all women in local government! The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning is delivering the Women Leading in Local Government program. This program delivers professional development and is tailored to each participant's experience. This is a high-level, self-paced program that will be run in an inclusive and safe environment, with tuition fees to be paid by the Department. Expressions of interest close Friday 18 December. https://www.lgaq.asn.au//giant-steps-for-women-who-ve-step
18.01.2022 Congratulations to Ipswich City Council Mayor Teresa Harding for being recognised for her leadership. Winning a Smart Cities Australia-New Zealand award for delivering the innovative Transparency and Integrity Hub. The hub went live on 1 July 2020 and was recognised as an Australian first for open government and a significant step in launching Ipswich into a new era of transparency, integrity and good governance. Congratulations again Mayor Teresa Harding. https://okt.to/jOCs2P
17.01.2022 Today marks International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism to raise awareness of gender-based violence. To recognise this we held the inaugural Red Bench Relay in Newstead, Brisbane. Violence against women is not ok and as the peak body for Local Government we understand how serious this issue is for communities. A number of councils around the state will also be holding similar events to recognise the day. Toget...her we can change the ending. Red Rose Foundation Australia Kay McGrath
16.01.2022 Our Waste Forum event is a wrap for 2021. It's been a massive few days in Brisbane for our members and stakeholders discussing the National Waste Policy, Local Government updates and where to go from here. Take a look at some of the highlights below. Keep your eyes peeled for the next Waste Forum event in August. #localgovqld
15.01.2022 Wonderful to hear Season 6 of Australian Survivor will be filmed in Cloncurry, creating about 150 jobs for Queensland crew and generating economic benefits for the local community, the region and the state.
15.01.2022 Local communities want access to ‘real’ news reporting. That’s the word from LGAQ President Mayor Mark Jamieson profiling a recent Queensland local government resolution calling for the significant impact the decline in regional media is having on our communities to be addressed. Read his comments here: https://www.abc.net.au//qld-local-govt-chief-back/12873138
14.01.2022 Today marks the final day of Movember. This cause exists to help men live happier, healthier, longer lives this is what drives every single one of their 1,250 men’s health projects. Thank you to all the mo-bros and mo-sisters who participated in this. The proceeds we raised will go towards everything needed to help Movember Australia continue doing great work. #localgovqld #movember #mentalhealth
13.01.2022 Another Red Bench Project! This one is located in the Emerald Council Chamber's forecourt. Well done Central Highlands Regional Council! We can't wait to see more in the community.
13.01.2022 It’s important members of a community understand the signs of abuse and can be equipped to respond appropriately. That’s why Redland City Council teamed up with us to raise awareness about domestic and family violence. Last week our Domestic and Family Abuse Project Officer, Jim Boden delivered a session to Community Champions to enable them with the right tools to respond correctly. Community Champions are a key community resource on the Bay Island in Queensland and exist to help support people during and after disasters. It’s important we work together as a community and help each other put an end to domestic and family violence. Karen Williams
13.01.2022 Queensland councils, as the grass roots level of government, are at the centre of the State’s economic recovery, Mayor Mark Jamieson said. See our comments here: https://www.lgaq.asn.au//state-budget-to-fund-council-led- #QLDBudget
09.01.2022 Did you miss the LGAQ’s analysis of the Queensland State Budget last week? Take 2 minutes to read the highlights: https://okt.to/3V8rXg
08.01.2022 The new Australian Warning System is being rolled out and will provide, for the first time, a national approach to issuing warnings for hazards such as cyclone, flood, storm, extreme heat, bushfire and severe weather. See what they are now. #localgovqld #climatechange https://okt.to/OjWUAz
08.01.2022 Each day councils are working on the frontline to make our unique communities stronger and more resilient. Tomorrow is the State Budget, and we will be keeping a close eye on tomorrow’s key areas like advancing First Nations councils, supporting rural and remote communities, and keeping our communities safe. Stay tuned for more.
07.01.2022 This week our CEO Greg Hallam AM PSM, Head of Advocacy Alison Smith, Media Executive Sarah Vogler, Bush Councils Compact Consultant Michael Prain, and Director at Peak Services Jessica Jones travelled to the outback. They met with our member councils along the way Winton Shire Council, Longreach Regional Council, Barcaldine Regional Council, Blackall-Tambo Regional Council, and Murweh Shire Council to listen, learn and understand their needs. Have a read, watch and listen to this week's update now: https://www.lgaq.asn.au//1076/on-the-road-in-western-queen
06.01.2022 This week we rollout the final week of our Elected Member Update Training (EMU) for 2020. The EMU training allows us to help our membership by giving guidance about the local government sector. This week we are travelling to Torres Shire Council, Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council, Weipa Town Authority, Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council and Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council. As we say goodbye to 2020 we will reflect on some of the councils we have visited. This member benefit helps us connect with our membership and provides valuable feedback. #localgovqld #community
06.01.2022 Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council called us back in August to express their concerns about the community experiencing greater than usual venomous snake activity. Through discussions with other councils on the western side of Cape York, it became apparent the problem was in fact widespread and in need of swift attention, so Napranum approached the LGAQ to urgently organise snake handling and relocation training. Read the full article now. ... https://www.lgaq.asn.au//a-little-training-hissstory-for-t
05.01.2022 Great to see Whitsunday Regional Council do their Red Bench Relay yesterday. Red Rose Foundation Australia
05.01.2022 Day one of the LGAQ Waste Forum is a wrap. Communications Advisor, Tim Cox shares what happened and the exciting things ahead for day two. Have a watch now! #localgovqld
05.01.2022 We are beyond excited to announce the Battleplan campaign won the National Golden Target Award for Public Affairs and Advocacy. The campaign was created to help councils and their communities recover from the COVID19 crisis, create jobs and stimulate economic recovery. This award is recognised Australia wide and we are extremely grateful to be recognised and win.
03.01.2022 The Local Government Association of Queensland has congratulated Member for Broadwater David Crisafulli - Broadwater MP on his appointment as Liberal National Party (LNP) leader and Toowoomba South MP David Janetzki MP as Deputy Leader. Mr Crisafulli is a former Townsville deputy mayor and former Minister for Local Government and as such, the LGAQ welcomes the experience and knowledge of local government that he brings to the role of Queensland Opposition Leader. Read the full release https://www.lgaq.asn.au///councils-welcome-new-lnp-leaders
03.01.2022 Elected Member Update (EMU) is back. We have had some big weeks helping our members and inducting them into their new positions. Last week we travelled to Cook Shire Council and Torres Strait Island Regional Council. We provided our members with training, education and guidance within the local government sector. These trips are an opportunity for us to help our members so they can serve their community in the best possible way. This week we are off to Fraser Coast Regional ...Council Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council and Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Have a look at some of the highlights from the trip. #localgovqld #education #training #futureleadership
03.01.2022 Make sure you keep an eye on the local activities happening in your community for #NAIDOCWeek. This week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. See all the activities happening now. #NAIDOC2020 https://www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events
01.01.2022 Yesterday marked day one of the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism to raise awareness of gender-based violence. Over the next 16 days we will see a number of councils take part in supporting this. Today Livingstone Shire Council took part in the Red Bench Relay to show their support for this cause and towards the Red Rose Foundation Australia Check out some snaps from the Yeppoon and Emu Park walks. PC Livingstone Shire Council
01.01.2022 This week in our CEO wrap, Greg Hallam AM PSM discusses the trip to Canberra for the Australian Local Government Association strategy meeting and the LGAQ's first Policy Executive meeting for the year. Have a read, watch and listen to now. https://okt.to/5fAWBU
