Welcome to Local Government Connect, your comprehensive hub for insights and knowledge tailored to local government professionals and elected officials. Our resource centre will now include an expanded array of materials such as topical and engaging webinars and podcasts, alongside our existing collection of articles, reports, case studies and journals. Delve into this rich repository to expand your knowledge and stay abreast of important developments in local government.
Articles
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Super Charge Your Governance: Seven Best-Practice Principles for Local Government
The principles for public life.
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Local Government and the Housing Crisis
The realm of housing policy and the delivery of affordable and social housing.
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Good Exporting Vietnam
A specialised training program for 18 visiting Vietnamese Government leaders.
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Building the practitioners of tomorrow
The improvements and new challenges in the design and construction of buildings in Australia.
Webinars & Podcasts
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What’s keeping Mayors and CEOs in Western Sydney awake at night?
Coming soon, Q2 2024
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Best practice ways of working to bridge the political and administrative divide
Coming soon, Q2 2024
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In conversation with … the RoCs - emerging and innovative ways they are working
Coming soon, Q3 2024
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Published Works
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Community Facilities Needs Study 2021-31
Shellharbour City Council
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Community Facilities Strategy 2021-31
Shellharbour City Council
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Local Planning Panels (IHAPs) Evaluation (2019)
NSW Department of Planning and Environment
Our research spans multiple domains, including but not limited to Strategic Planning, Policy and Program Management, Community Engagement, Financial Analysis, and Resilience Planning. Interested in collaborating with us? We welcome partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies, and industry.
Commonwealth Journal of Local Governance
Published by the Centre for Local Government, the Commonwealth Journal of Local Governance aims to strengthen the research voice of local government in the Commonwealth. This peer-reviewed journal provides a forum for researchers and practitioners interested in local government ideas and practices. Its overall focus is on improving local governance and supporting local government as an agent of development. The journal is supported by the Commonwealth Local Government Forum (UK) and edited by the UTS Centre for Local Government and Cardiff University (UK).
The Australian Centre of Excellence for Local Government
From 2009 to 2015 the UTS Centre for Local Government hosted the Australian Centre of Excellence for Local Government (ACELG) as part of a consortium that included the Commonwealth Government, University of Canberra, the Australia and New Zealand School of Government, Local Government Managers Australia, the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia, and program partners Charles Darwin University and Edith Cowan University. ACELG enjoyed significant success in advancing best practices in local government and encouraging the adoption of innovative practices and solutions. At the end of 2015, the Centre for Excellence came to a close, although a small number of ACELG projects were implemented throughout 2016 and 2017. ACELG project outcomes, relevant information and toolkits are hosted by UTS.
LogoNet
The Centre for Local Government is affiliated to LogoNet Australia, a national network of people seeking to promote fresh thinking about the future of local government and community governance. It was established in Sydney in 2016 and now has members across the country.
Professional Development
Ready to elevate your skills in local government? Our short courses, microcredentials and postgraduate qualifications are designed to empower you for success.
Consulting
Need expert advice on local government issues? Our consulting services provide targeted guidance to help you navigate the complex challenges in local government.
Research
Looking for tailored research solutions to address your local government challenges? Our research services offer customised insights to meet your specific local government needs.
