The Local Government Week Awards recognise the outstanding and innovative contributions that councils make to their communities.

The LGAQ Waste Forum will be held on 26 - 27 August 2021 at the Marriott Hotel in Brisbane.

The theme for the 2021 WA Local Government Convention is Leading the WAy: Looking Forward, Looking Back, taking place against the backdrop of generational change for the sector with the reform of the Local Government Act on the horizon. Additionally, 2020 and 2021 have seen an unprecedented level of uncertainty experienced in areas such as local and international politics, the economy, the environment, and the ongoing impact and evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Convention program has been developed…

Economic Development Australia (EDA) and Mackay Regional Council are delighted to announce that the 2021 National Economic Development Conference (NEDC21) will be held in Mackay, Queensland at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre from 13 – 15 October 2021. As the flagship event for EDA, the peak national body for economic development practitioners, the national event will attract more than 200 economic development leaders from across Australia. The event will also host thought leaders in industry development, representatives from all…

The 125th LGAQ Annual Conference will be held on 25 - 27 October 2021 at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre.

Energy Efficiency Expo is a free-to-attend exhibition and conference for business, government and industry looking for ready and practical measures to cut down their energy costs. The event features a comprehensive conference program with expert speakers sharing energy efficiency case studies and insights in reducing electricity bills. Alongside the conference, the exhibition showcases sustainable solutions that facilitate improved energy management and increased cost savings.

Waste Expo Australia provides a platform dedicated to advancing best practices in waste management and making a positive difference to the environment and community. This free-to-attend event is the largest gathering of waste management and resource recovery professionals in the country to learn how we can transform the way we use materials, ensure effective recovery and reduce waste sent to landfills.