I’m excited to visit Canberra this week to meet with Ministers, MPs and Senators from all sides of politics in the lead-up to the next Federal election.
I’ll be focussing on how we can deliver ‘local solutions to national priorities’, and the important role we can play in improving local infrastructure, increasing housing supply, preparing for natural disasters and supporting the nation’s energy transition.
I’ll also be advocating on your behalf for the Federal funding our communities desperately need, and deserve, to address local challenges.
We want to work with all levels of government to secure more support to make our communities better places to live and work.
State conferences
I was delighted to speak at the Local Government Association of the Northern Territory (LGANT) conference dinner on 6 November in Alice Springs.
It was great to speak with local Mayors and Councillors, as well as the Northern Territory’s Minister for Housing, Local Government and Community Development the Honourable Steven Edgington MLA. I was also impressed with the Diwali Night Markets, led by Alice Springs Town Council. This event won the ‘Cohesive Communities’ award in the 2024 National Awards for Local Government and it was wonderful to join the celebrations.
I’m also looking forward to presenting today at the Local Government of New South Wales (LGNSW) conference in Tamworth.
Thank you
As local government election results from Victoria and New South Wales are finalised, we will see a number of new faces across these states.
To those who put their hand up, but were not returned, I say a big thank you for your service. To those who are new to the positions, I wish you all the best as you take on this important role to represent your community.
Book tickets for 2024 Roads Congress
A final reminder to book your tickets for the 2024 National Local Roads, Transport & Infrastructure Congress, which is just over two weeks away.
This year’s event features a range of high-profile speakers and government leaders and will be held in Margaret River in Western Australia.
See the conference program here.