Policy

ALGA effectively advocates on behalf of our members on a range of policy areas and issues which affect local governments across Australia.

Local government plays a critical role in supporting communities in all stages of natural disasters.

Australia’s housing crisis is causing more people to experience housing insecurity, homelessness and affordability pressures.

Councils are responsible for about one-third of Australia’s public infrastructure, including local roads, buildings, facilities, airports and water.

Local governments play an important role in helping to Close the Gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

Councils, which employ around 200,000 people across Australia, are being impacted by widespread skills shortages.

Local governments play a vital role in protecting the local environment including places, flora and fauna.

Cyber security is a growing risk for all Australian governments and businesses, and councils are not immune.

The impacts of climate change, including from natural disasters, coastal erosion and rising temperatures, are being felt across every community.

ALGA has unique access and insight into government decision-making bodies in Australia.

ALGA also represents and advocates for councils across a range of other policy issues.

ALGA is helping councils embed inclusive policies and practice.

Other policies and projects