Politics & Council
14 April, 2024
Council considers sustainability inquiry pitch
Council considers inquiry pitch LODDON Shire councillors will consider whether to make a submission to a new Federal Parliament inquiry into the sustainability of local government., CEO Lincoln Fitzgerald said the inquiry announced late last month...
Council considers
inquiry pitch
LODDON Shire councillors will consider whether to make a submission to a new Federal Parliament inquiry into the sustainability of local government.,
CEO Lincoln Fitzgerald said the inquiry announced late last month had a closing date for submissions of May 3.
“If council is to formally resolve on the matter, it will be considered at the upcoming meeting on April 23,” he said.
Inquiry chair Luke Gosling said: “The committee has prioritised a deeper understanding of local government financial sustainability and funding frameworks, alongside the changing infrastructure requirements and service delivery obligations for local governments.
“Local government sustainability is essential to supporting our Australian communities through the provision of vital infrastructure and related services.
“The committee is seeking to understand the challenges faced by local governments in servicing infrastructure requirements across Australia’s regional, rural, and remote locations.”