ALGA publishes a fortnightly newsletter featuring the latest local government news.
12 Feb, 2025
The Federal Government’s lifeline for Rex Airlines to maintain regional airline services and prevent its collapse has been welcomed by ALGA. The Government has announced it is prepared to acquire...
11 Feb, 2025
On behalf of Australia’s 537 local governments, ALGA has released its 2025 federal election funding priorities. Councils are calling on the next Australian Government to put our communities first by...
5 Feb, 2025
Australia Post is looking to strengthen its collaboration with councils in response to an alarming number of dog-related incidents involving posties and members of the community. Australia Post data shows...
31 Jan, 2025
This week I’m meeting with Ministers, Shadow Ministers and Independents in Canberra ahead of the upcoming federal election. A key focus of these discussions will be on the priorities outlined...
30 Jan, 2025
ALGA has welcomed the Federal Government’s support for Rex Airlines after acquiring $50 million in debt to prevent the airline’s collapse. This commitment will maintain aviation services for regional and...
ALGA, in collaboration with state and territory associations, continues to ensure the Federal Government is aware of local government perspectives and needs as part of proposed reforms to the Environment...
21 Jan, 2025
Happy New Year and welcome to 2025, which is expected to be another busy year for councils, especially with a federal election looming. I’m pleased to announce registrations for the...
14 Jan, 2025
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) held a National Warnings Webinar on 6 December 2024, with Australian, state, territory and local governments, districts and industries to discuss public messaging and...
18 Dec, 2024
Housing Australia has developed new guidance for the National Housing Infrastructure Facility (NHIF) program, designed to increase the supply of crisis and transitional housing for women and children experiencing domestic...
