Crystal Baker

Lead – Planning & Development, Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ). All views expressed are my own.

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

Qld coastal councils will share in another $4m to rollout infrastructure projects to bolster resilience against coastal hazards.
Applications are open for the QCoast2100 program for projects to commence from Jul 2023, with completion by 31 May 2025.
Apply: https://t.co/SuqBmpjLh3

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

LGAQ President @JamiesonMark presented at today’s Housing Summit hosted by @AnnastaciaMP, strongly advocating for a comprehensive suite of local government solutions to the #qldhousingcrisis – that protect community liveability across the State. #QldPol

[Crystal Baker @CrystalBaker__]

The @LGAQ is attending the Queensland Housing Summit today, with elected members from across Queensland's regions to represent the diversity of housing challenges & opportunities state-wide. Join the live streaming of the Summit here: https://t.co/bQOIUxXfXc
#QldHousingCrisis

[PIA Qld @pia_qld]

Are you wanting to contribute to the management of housing supply across Queensland?

The Qld Govt is calling for specialists to join the Queensland Housing Supply Expert Panel.

Find out more here:
https://t.co/stYOdLENH3

[Crystal Baker @CrystalBaker__]

Only 1 week to go until the LGAQ's inaugural Coastal Leaders Forum! Join us for a great line up of keynote speakers, State/Federal government representatives, industry partners, and a study tour as well! There's still time to register here: https://t.co/SKs2WAqOYm #localgovqld

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

Queensland's coastal councils face unique opportunities and challenges. Get together with colleagues and peers to learn and collaborate to tackle coastal-specific issues at the LGAQ Coastal Leaders Forum. #localgovqld https://t.co/ySrf3k5Wv2

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

#SEQ councils welcome the #QldBudget commitment of $24.6m over 4 years to accelerate implementation of actions under the South East Queensland Koala Conservation Strategy 2020-2025 to protect one of our most treasured natural species. 🐨

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

Councils have fresh ideas to help tackle the devastating impact of the #QldHousingCrisis on their communities - including extending the First Home Owners Grant to cover existing houses as well as new ones: https://t.co/EGieG7AVW6

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

We want council regulatory officers to be given the legal right to use body-worn cameras and other surveillance video while on duty. LGAQ CEO Alison Smith urged the State Government to amend the Local Government Act to authorise the use of these devices. https://t.co/XlbToaoswF

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

We have welcomed the Federal Opposition’s election promise to spend up to $200 million a year on disaster prevention and resilience. Read more now. #localgovqld https://t.co/Y0wYDJNkJr

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

Dedicated funding is needed to reduce unacceptable levels of overcrowding in #QLD's remote First Nations communities. Councils call on the Federal Government to allocate $100 million per year for 5 years. #localgovqld #AusPol

[PIA Qld @pia_qld]

Don't miss this free public lecture!

Register now:
https://t.co/ODXcQsDHRJ

[PIA Qld @pia_qld]

PIA welcomes the Qld Govt's release of the online Climate Action Plan 2030, recognising the important role of the built environment.

PIA also welcomes the commitment to develop future actions over coming months.

Here's 10 ideas for what should be next!
https://t.co/Fn5Ayel5A2

[Crystal Baker @CrystalBaker__]

A great opportunity for #Qld #localgov & #planners with an interest & expertise in planning for freight needs, to attend the @infra_regional online forum on 21 January & provide input on draft Urban Freight Planning Principles. Register by 19 Jan to join - https://t.co/P84H7190sE

[AusGov Infrastructure @AusGovInfra]

Do you work in local government or planning? Let’s talk about freight. Join us for an online focus group on 21 January to have your say on the new Urban Freight Planning Principles– register here: https://t.co/yLMTrf9mFB

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

Stronger councils mean stronger communities. This State Election, councils have a set of priorities that will create around 29,000 jobs and $4.6 billion in economic opportunities for all Queenslanders ➡️ https://t.co/UZQjRP0xzj #VoteForLocal

[King & Company @kingandcompany]

New Planning Regulation eases red tape on developers and local governments during the Covid-19 Pandemic

https://t.co/b8FxZXT99O

#localgovernment #planning #development #redtape #COVID19Aus #kingandcompany #brisbanelawyers #legislation

[King & Company @kingandcompany]

A recent decision of the District Court of Queensland held that the placing of a shipping container on land, without "fixing" it to the land, constituted assessable building work.
#localgovernment #shippingcontainer

https://t.co/bKGyzvyOdE

[Cameron Dick @camerondickqld]

$13m is available through the QLD Resilience and Risk Reduction Fund to help local communities better prepare for future disasters.

We invite councils, state govt depts and agencies, and incorporated NFPs to submit funding applications before 22 July.

https://t.co/IW5fPUAWFQ

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

Thank you @AnnastaciaMP, @camerondickqld & @StirlHinchliffe for supporting our Battleplan. The additional $200 million for a #COVID #W4Q program will mean all communities can benefit. Councils stand at the ready to work with the State. https://t.co/3KDQP4yXbz

[Alan Tudge @AlanTudge_]

National agreement has been reached to ensure planning approvals maintain their usual pace throughout the COVID-19 pandemic which will protect jobs, businesses and the economy, now and into the future. Read about it here: https://t.co/Inlfoq46hm

[Local Government Association of Queensland @LGAQ]

@lgaq's $608 million Battleplan for Queensland Local Communities will create 14,000+ jobs to help the state recover faster from the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out how in our Facebook live at 12:30pm today. Post your question here or email [email protected] and join us then.