ALGA publishes a fortnightly newsletter featuring the latest local government news.
30 Mar 2026
Environment Ministers have agreed to work together – and with local government – on a nationally harmonised approach to product stewardship, with options for a roadmap to be developed and...
4 Feb 2026
The Australian Local Government Association – and councils around the country – welcome the news of a government lifeline after Rex Airlines went into voluntary administration nearly two years ago,...
30 Jan 2026
The joint announcement by the Federal and South Australian governments of a deal to build nearly 7,000 new homes for first home buyers backs in ALGA’s urgent call for funding...
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...
18 Dec 2025
Local governments welcome the commitment by Energy and Climate Ministers to work across governments to meet climate impacts. Energy and Climate Ministers today endorsed the first National Climate Change Partnership...
28 Nov 2025
Local governments welcome national laws which properly protect our environment and balance community needs. “Local governments are on the frontline for environmental protection and support efforts to make national environmental laws...
18 Nov 2025
ALGA welcomes the reinstatement of the national inquiry into local government sustainability. Financial sustainability is the biggest challenge facing councils as many councils continue to face growing financial pressure on...
16 Sep 2025
ALGA has welcomed the release of the Federal Government’s first National Climate Risk Assessment (NCRA) and National Adaptation Plan (NAP), which underscores the importance of supporting councils in protecting communities...
19 Aug 2025
– OPINION EDITORIAL – By Mayor Matt Burnett, ALGA President With all eyes on the Federal Government’s Economic Reform Roundtable, it’s important to remember the importance and key role of...
