ALGA publishes a fortnightly newsletter featuring the latest local government news.
22 Jan, 2026
Statement from ALGA President, Mayor Matt Burnett Australia’s recycling system is facing a crisis, with councils and ratepayers in the line of fire. The new report from the Australian Council...
16 Jan, 2026
“The Government’s announcement of a national solar panel recycling pilot is a positive step toward building a stronger circular economy and diverting waste from landfill,” said the ALGA President, Mayor...
13 Jan, 2026
It’s been a sombre start to the new year, with bushfires raging across the southern states and North Queensland bracing for cyclone impact. In recent days I’ve been on the...
18 Dec, 2025
On behalf of the Australian Local Government Association, I would like to again extend our deepest condolences to the victims, their families, and the Waverley community following the deeply shocking...
9 Dec, 2025
Over this week we have seen the tragic loss of life and homes to bushfires across Australia. My sincere condolences to the family of Cr Mark Mudie, Deputy President of...
The Australian Government’s reforms to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act are one of the most significant changes to Australia’s system of environmental protection since the laws were established. On balance,...
The Local Government Workforce Skills and Capability Survey is now open, and we are seeking participation from every council. This survey is a critical mechanism to present an accurate, sector-wide picture...
23 Nov, 2025
My thoughts are with the councils, shires and communities from across northern Australia as they respond and recover from Tropical Cyclone Fina. I know councils go above and beyond to...
7 Nov, 2025
I am delighted to welcome over 200 government and industry leaders, technical experts, and councils from all over the country to ALGA’s 2025 National Local Roads, Transport and Infrastructure Congress,...
