Office of Local Government in Nowra, New South Wales | Government organisation

Office of Local Government

Locality: Nowra, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4428 4100

Address: 5 O'Keefe Avenue 2541 Nowra, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.olg.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 The NSW Budget 2020-21 provides more than $200 million to help local councils deliver infrastructure, facilities and services to local communities doing it tough in the wake of COVID-19, bushfires and drought. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2IKyyWY

24.01.2022 The Lord Mayor of Sydney never planned to get into public life. Trying to get action to fix local issues provided the catalyst for Clover Moore's long-term political career. Want to make a difference in your community? Take a stand and nominate yourself for the September 2021 council elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 City of Sydney #WomenInLocalGov

24.01.2022 Restrictions will be temporarily tightened across Greater Sydney following the latest cases of community transmission. The NSW Government is urging everyone to check-in at venues using QR codes after data revealed a 25 per cent drop in their use. Find out more in OLG's latest COVID update: bit.ly/3vIlogs

23.01.2022 We are committed to encouraging more women to enjoy a rewarding career in local government. That's why we're shining a spotlight on the achievements of women already working in local councils across the State. Nominations close on Monday for the Ministers' Awards for Women in Local Government. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3bqxof5

22.01.2022 This fortnight's e-newsletter to councils includes information on how councils can make the most of the NSW Government’s proposed streamlined outdoor dining process, council grants available to revitalise local high streets, and lots more. Read more: https://bit.ly/3eTmaA9

22.01.2022 We’re calling for more women across NSW to represent their communities at the next council elections. Nominate to run for your local council. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov

21.01.2022 Shelley Hancock and Gabrielle Upton today visited Woollahra Mayor Susan Wynne to congratulate her and Woollahra Council on their efforts to increase female representation in local government. Mayor Wynne is one of 10 former and current female councillors encouraging more women to stand for their community as part of the Government's Election of Women to Local Government campaign. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2Evtbcw

21.01.2022 Do you know an inspirational woman working hard to make your local council and community stronger? Give her the recognition she deserves and make a nomination in the 2021 Ministers' Awards for Women in Local Government. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3bqxof5

21.01.2022 Making decisions that improve the lifestyle and amenity of your community is incredibly rewarding. Run for your local council at the September 2021 council elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov City of Sydney

20.01.2022 The NSW Government is slashing red tape to allow quicker approval times for hospitality venues to open up outdoor spaces for alfresco drinking and dining. Read more: https://bit.ly/3jENh3q

19.01.2022 As per the annual NSW Government shutdown period, the Office of Local Government (OLG) will close on Christmas Eve and reopen on January 11. All of us at OLG wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable Christmas and best wishes for a healthy and safe 2021. We would also like to thank you for your efforts in working with our teams during 2020 as together we faced one of the most challenging years in living memory. OLG looks forward to working with all of our key stakeholders in 2021 and continue to strengthen local government and communities across the State.

19.01.2022 Summer is just around the corner, but this year it's going to look a little different. The Government has released the COVID Safe Summer Plan to help people in NSW enjoy the warm weather while using public spaces safely. Find out more at dpie.nsw.gov.au/covid-safe-summer

19.01.2022 Being a councillor allows you to balance family and work commitments and enjoy a rewarding career representing your community. Nominate for the September 2021 council elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov Bega Valley Shire Council Kristy McBain

18.01.2022 There are many female councillors and council staff working hard to make our communities a better place to live. Nominations close on Monday for the Ministers' Awards for Women in Local Government. Don't miss out on an opportunity to reward an inspirational woman in your local community. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3bqxof5

17.01.2022 The NSW Government is supporting councils to bring local public spaces to life this summer by running free, safe activations and events. Find out more at bit.ly/2Vtu0Hy

13.01.2022 Women from all walks of life are invited to represent their communities at the next council elections. Find out how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov Women NSW City of Sydney Woollahra Council

13.01.2022 Want to represent your community’s needs, wants and aspirations? Consider running for local council! Nominate for the September 2021 council elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov City of Sydney

12.01.2022 Congratulations Katrina Humphries for being re-elected Mayor of Moree Plains Shire Council. Mayor Humphries is one of 10 former and current female councillors involved in our Election of Women to Local Government campaign to encourage more women to stand for their community at the September 2021 council elections. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3j2qZbA #womeninlocalgov

12.01.2022 Making decisions that improve the lifestyle and amenity of your community is incredibly rewarding. Nominate for the September 2021 council elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov Woollahra Council

11.01.2022 This fortnight's e-newsletter to councils includes information on bushfire related NSW Government grants available to councils, the new Job Creation Fund to boost employment in regional and rural NSW, and a recent Award winning SES project to help people include their pets and animals in an evacuation in the event of an emergency. Read more: https://bit.ly/2TB4Hmj

10.01.2022 Did you know the NSW Government provides half-price lifetime pet registration for people who adopt a rescue pet? ‘Adopt not shop’ for your new pet this Christmas and give a furever home to a homeless animal. Find out more: bit.ly/39qMTDm

09.01.2022 The Office of Local Government has an exciting opportunity for up to four suitably experienced and qualified people to join the Local Government Ministerial Advisory Group (MAG). The primary purpose of the MAG is to consolidate the views of key stakeholders and provide strategic advice to the Minister on issues relevant to local government. Please note that these positions are voluntary and do not attract remuneration. The positions are suited to those who have a passion for... local government and strive to make a difference on behalf of their local community. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2ZXuSHr

09.01.2022 Want to find out more about the performance of your local council and see how it compares to other councils? Visit the Your Council website for data on things like population, average rates, performance against key financial benchmarks, development application approvals, asset management, staffing levels and expenditure per capita on public facilities such as pools, halls, libraries and parks. Find out more: www.yourcouncil.nsw.gov.au

08.01.2022 Calling all pet owners! The NSW Pet Registry is being updated, and we need your feedback on your experience with it. Please click this link to complete a survey and make the Registry even more useful for pet owners across NSW: https://digitalnsw.typeform.com/to/pz2vnQLL

07.01.2022 Given the current risk of COVID-19 transmission, a range of new restrictions for Greater Sydney residents (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains) are effective from midnight January 3. This includes mandatory use of face masks while shopping (retail, supermarkets and shopping centres), using public transport, and in cinemas, places of worship, and hair and beauty premises. Read more: bit.ly/3o98bK7

07.01.2022 Dog and cat owners across the State are set to benefit from a revamped NSW Pet Registry with a multi-million dollar rebuild of the online platform to enhance functionality and improve the user experience. Read more: https://bit.ly/3ucoglo

06.01.2022 Want to represent your community’s needs, wants and aspirations? Consider running for local council at the September 2021 local government elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov Woollahra Council

06.01.2022 Know an amazing woman in your community? Encourage her to run for your local council at the September 2021 elections. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov Women NSW

04.01.2022 Councils can meet virtually for a further six months to protect councillors, staff and members of the public from COVID-19 transmission. Read more: https://bit.ly/3chqXKq

03.01.2022 The NSW Government has released a draft Bill for public consultation to ensure a fairer and more flexible rating system for councils and ratepayers. Click here to find out more bit.ly/3aFKnKi, and here to read the consultation guide bit.ly/3aEFAZi

03.01.2022 Thinking of welcoming a furry friend into your home this Christmas, or giving one as a gift? Adopt, not shop. Your next best friend could be waiting for you at your local council pound or animal shelter. Find out more: bit.ly/39qMTDm

03.01.2022 Stand for your community and help close the gender gap in local government. Run for your local council at the September 2021 local government elections. https://bit.ly/3hHZZN9 #WomenInLocalGov Dr Kerryn Phelps City of Sydney Women NSW

01.01.2022 Today's OLG COVID-19 Council Update includes information on the NSW Government's plans for COVID-Safe events ahead of the festive season, including arrangements for Sydney's New Year’s Eve fireworks, eased restrictions that come into effect next Monday (November 23) across the State, and the new NSW-South Australian border restrictions. Read more: https://bit.ly/3kJiiCY