Media Release: Time for action as the Government wraps up its inquiry into local government funding and budget needs
After two and a half years of evidence, the Federal Government yesterday wrapped up hearings in its inquiry into the financial sustainability of local government, locking in years of testimony from councils, local government associations, Commonwealth departments, experts and other stakeholders from across Australia. ALGA has consistently welcomed the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport’s Inquiry into Local Government Funding and Fiscal Sustainability as an important opportunity to address the growing financial pressures facing councils...
