LGA South Australia

Helping local government build stronger communities.

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With high pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), H7N8 strain, detected in an egg farm in Northern Victoria, this is a good reminder to all poultry owners. Call your vet or the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888, if you see signs of disease in your flock.

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LGA has submitted key recommendations on behalf of members to the State's Transport Strategy, shaping the 30-year vision for the state’s transport network.

Read our latest submission at: https://t.co/5L5pGkoqpN

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[LGA South Australia @LGAofSA]

Would you like to see changes to South Australia’s liquor licensing?

SA councils have your say! The Minister for Small and Family Business is inviting feedback on the draft Liquor Licensing (Miscellaneous) Amendment Bill 2025.

Learn more: https://t.co/o24QcyPznM

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Happy New Year 🎊

The team at LGA wish everyone a safe and happy 2025!

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Merry Christmas everyone! 🎁✨

May the magic of the festive season bring happiness and joy to you and your family.

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It's International Volunteer Day!
Thank you to more than 11,000 volunteers who give their time in councils and communities across SA to help make a difference. Your contribution to our local communities is invaluable.

Passionate about volunteering? Visit: https://t.co/XOmDoSGfJO

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Congratulations to Mayor Dr Heather Holmes-Ross, who has been officially elected as the new LGA South Australia President.

Having served as Mayor of Mitcham since 2018, Mayor Holmes-Ross will represent the interests of SA's councils.

Visit: https://t.co/vomN5zoT5p

[LGA South Australia @LGAofSA]

Congratulations to the nine successful recipients who will share in nearly $496,000, thanks to the Local Government Research and Development scheme, to deliver innovative projects that benefit South Australian councils and their communities.

Visit https://t.co/S2ssxOnyeS

[LGA South Australia @LGAofSA]

This week, we hit the road to visit our members in the South East. Our regional board meeting is a fantastic opportunity for us to hear firsthand about the priorities in these communities.

We're so impressed by the work being done by councils in this region!

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Applications are open for the Minister for Health and Wellbeing–Excellence in Public Health Awards.

All South Australian councils, metropolitan and regional, large and small,are encouraged to apply by Wednesday 2 October 2024.

Visit https://t.co/wMeoDWXo3z

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Congratulations to @MattBQLD appointed as ALGA President and @CrDarrieaTurley as Vice President👏We look forward to working with you both and the @ALGAcomms team on the issues that matter most for South Australian councils.

[ALGA @ALGAcomms]

ALGA's new President is @MattBQLD, the Mayor of @GladRegCnl.

With a #localgovernment career spanning nearly 25 years, Mayor Burnett was elected at our AGM today in #Canberra, along with Vice Presidents @CrDarrieaTurley and Cr Karen Chappel.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/tm0TBR5PEN

[LGA South Australia @LGAofSA]

South Australian councils will soon have access to grant funding to install Automated External Defibrillators (AED) within council-owned buildings, such as sporting or community clubs.

Find out more, visit https://t.co/FnuNYThMBy

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Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these October school holidays? Look no further than our what's on guide, filled with events and activities being held at local councils across the state.

Visit https://t.co/0kL1nCaEDS

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Do you know an outstanding senior female leader in the local government sector? Nominate them now for the 2024 Joy Baluch Award

The award shines a light on the role of women in local government and their positive contribution to the local community.
Visit https://t.co/2jVPlZ4rRH

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Did you know LGA Procurement has saved South Australian councils $5 million each year through procurement panel contracts?

With over 650 approved suppliers, LGA Procurement is helping councils streamline their purchasing processes and get the best value for money.

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To access the toolkit, visit https://t.co/b3LhJXOXm0

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Did you know that on any given night, more than 100,000 people in Australia are experiencing homelessness?

Councils can now access the Ending homelessness: a toolkit for local government, which provides evidence-based guidance for councils to navigate this complex issue.

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Do you know someone in state or federal government whose work with South Australian councils is making a positive impact on local communities?

Nominate them now for the 2024 Jim Hullick Award.

Find out more, visit https://t.co/Zp0oD2QHPf

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Thanks to @NickChampionMP for joining us at today’s LGA Roads and Works Conference as we talk about the ways we can work together on well-planned infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development across the state.

[Nick Champion @NickChampionMP]

The equation is this simple: good planning with the proper investment in infrastructure = new homes. Todays @LGAofSA Roads & Works Conference provided the perfect opportunity to reiterate the importance of both levels of government working together to address the housing crisis.