Research and Policy Foresight
The objective of the research and policy foresight program is to support evidence-based policy formulation, promote informed debate on key policy issues and help address major challenges facing local government.
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Innovation and Best Practice
This program will disseminate good examples of innovation and better practice in local government, and
facilitates and encourages knowledge and experience sharing. Showcased case studies will identify, highlight and promote innovation from across the local...
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Governance and Strategic Leadership
The objective of the program is to increase understanding of effective strategic leadership and to build the capacity of local government to achieve consistently high standards in leadership and governance. The program has three key activities:
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Organisation Capacity Building
The objective of the organisation capacity building program is to build local government capacity in key areas of planning, management and service delivery.
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Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government
The objective of the Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government Program is to identify and address specific governance and capacity building issues facing rural, remote and Indigenous councils.
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Workforce Development
The objective of the workforce development program is to address specific skills shortages and gaps in the professional workforce, as well as broader requirements for enhanced expertise, and to establish local government as an employer of choice. The program has two...
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