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The National Growth Areas Alliance is the peak body for local governments in Australia’s fast-growing outer cities and suburbs.

It represents more than five million people, united by the shared experiences of population growth rates at double the national average and long-term under-investment in vital infrastructure.

Today on the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy speaks with the Chair of the group, Cr Matthew Deeth from Wollondilly Shire Council in NSW; and the NGAA’s CEO Bronwen Clark to discuss a range of issues faced by growth councils across the country - including their role in meeting housing demands, infrastructure delivery and the challenges of climate change.

The VLGA and LGIU are hosting their next Global Executive Live Panel on Thursday 22 May from 5.30pm to 7pm.

Addressing a pressing issue for local government, this webinar will explore the experiences and lessons from local government across the globe when it comes to Civility in Public life.

Councillors and staff are increasingly tackling issues stemming from rising levels of negative, abusive and sometimes threatening rhetoric. Hear from experts from around the world about what t Boundless Insights - with Aviva Klompas
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