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Local Government NSW Policy

Local Government NSW supports member councils across a range of policy areas.

Whether it’s economic, environment, governance, health & safety, infrastructure, planning, social & community, or waste & recycling, we provide advocacy and support services to help NSW councils meet their policy obligations in their local communities.

Please select from the below options to learn more about the policy support services we provide.

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Advocacy

Discover the ways in which LGNSW advocates and lobbies on behalf of NSW member councils.

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Policy Platform

The LGNSW Policy Platform consolidates the policies and positions of NSW member councils.

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Economic

LG finance, economic policy, and local economic development (incl. small business and tourism).

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Environment

Biodiversity, biosecurity, climate change, water management, sustainability, and more

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Infrastructure

Road and rail networks, public and sustainable transport, airports, water utilities, and more.

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Social & Community

Aboriginal affairs, arts & culture, youth & ageing, disability services, libraries, gender equality & more.

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Governance

Learn more about constitutional recognition for local government and reform.

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Waste & Recycling

Read information about container deposits and China’s National Sword policy.

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Campaigns and Initiatives

We actively support and help promote campaigns that seek to drive positive change for communities throughout NSW.

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Health & Safety

Public health and safety information, including asbestos policy and emergency management.

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Planning

Crown lands, urban development, land use management, building codes, and more.

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