The following are additional useful links for local government associations and councils.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS AUSTRALIA
Advocates on behalf of local government professionals and organisations; builds opportunities through programs and events around Australia and abroad; and nurtures productive relationships and innovative thinking through their extensive networks.
AUSTRALIAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (ALGWA)
ALGWA seeks to strengthen networking, mentoring and innovative opportunities that encourage and support women in local government.
COMMONWEALTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM
CLGF promotes and strengthens democratic local government to support sustainable development across the Commonwealth and provides a collective voice to advocate for greater empowerment at the local level.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEW ZEALAND
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) represents the national interests of councils in New Zealand and lead best practice in the local government sector.