Following the elections on
15 March 2008 it will be down to business for Queensland’s 73 Councils. The 2008 Local Government Symposium, organised by the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) will be the first opportunity for Local Government leaders and senior executives to come together to discuss the challenges for Local Governments and what the future holds for their communities.
To be staged at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on 16–18 April, attendance is a must for:
- all Queensland Mayors
and Councillors - CEOs
- senior management and
professional staff.
Delegates will have the opportunity to meet the Ministers whose portfolios directly impact on Local Government and have their say in the development of their plans for Queensland’s ‘stronger councils’ including:
- the new Local Government
Act - the role of regional councils
and their engagement with
the State Government - reforms to planning and
development - new water reform and
institutional arrangements
in South East Queensland
and across the State - new Main Roads districts
and business models for
working with Councils - the role for Local Government
in climate change - what the Federal ALP
Government means for Local
Government.
Symposium 2008 provides the ideal opportunity for newly elected Mayors, Councillors and senior officers to come together to develop critical networks, share their experiences and learn from one another.
“Your Council’s capacity to ‘Forge Ahead’ depends on how successfully you are able to take on the core issues challenging your community and to develop solutions,” said LGAQ President, Councillor Paul Bell. “Take this opportunity to engage with government and industry networks that will support you in delivering on this term’s goals.”
For further information visit the LGAQ website at www.lgaq.asn.au and look for LG Symposium under ‘Key Events’ or contact Bron Browning, LGAQ Conference Coordinator, on (07) 3000 2220 or email
bron.browning@lgaq.asn.au
