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Recent Publications

- Options for a Local Government Framework for Measuring Liveability - Practice Note on Long Term Financial Planning - Role and Expectations of Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government - A Comparative Analysis of Regional Organisations of Councils in NSW and WA - Learning in Local Government

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Local Government Factsheet

Basic information on local government in Australia

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Workforce/Qualifications

Asset Value (non-financial)

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Project Plan

Full details about ACELG's structure, programs and planned activities

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UTS Centre for Local Government The UTS Centre for Local Government is an autonomous unit within the University of Technology, Sydney. It was established in 1991 and is now the largest centre of its kind in Australia.The UTS Centre for Local Government is an autonomous unit within the University of Technology, Sydney. It was established in 1991 and is now the largest centre of... read more »

University of Canberra The University of Canberra is Australia's Capital University and aims to offer teaching and applied research tailored to the needs of a distinctive capital city. Specifically, UC aims to be internationally recognised for its research-led education in public administration and services; whether those services be governmental, environmental,... read more »

Australian and New Zealand School of Government The Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG) is one of the few educational institutions in the world that can claim to be unique. ANZSOG is dedicated to promoting outstanding public sector leadership and policy that really works for the benefit of the public. read more »

Local Government Managers Australia Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA) is the leading professional association representing managers and aspiring managers in local government throughout Australia and Asia-Pacific. read more »

Institute Of Public Works Engineering Australia The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia (IPWEA) is a professional organisation providing member services and advocacy for those involved in and delivering public works and engineering services to the community. read more »

Other Program Partners In addition to the five consortium partners, ACELG has three program partners to provide support in specialist areas and extend the consortium's national reach. read more »

"The Australian Centre of Excellence for Local Government is a unique collaboration of universities and professional bodies committed to the advancement of local government. The Centre's vision is: World-class local government to meet the emerging challenges of 21st century Australia"