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President's Message 7 May

7 May 2024 Local Government NSW President Cr Darriea Turley AM reflects on issues and achievements affecting local government this week. Read More

Remote Service Contractors for Urban and Rural Communities

6 May 2024 Councils seeking short-term support to fill hard-to-fill vacancies are invited to use the services of Local Government Management Solutions. Read More

Artificial Intelligence in NSW Planning

6 May 2024 The NSW Government is providing up to $3 million to support councils implement Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions in their local planning systems through an Early Adopter Grant Program. Read More

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Events & Training

Image Rural and Regional Summit 2024 9 May 2024 @ 9:00am The Rural and Regional Summit will be returning for 2024. Read more
Image Understanding LG Finances for Councillors 9 May 2024 @ 9:00am Whether it be reading Council's budget, or contributing or questioning the IP&R Framework and its strategies, senior managers and councillors are having to make many decisions about financial issues i... Read more
Image Project Management Fundamentals 9 May - 16 May 2024 This introductory project management course provides participants with a practical understanding of the language, tools and essential aspects of the Project Management. Read more

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