The National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Housing - a program established to address critical housing shortages and overcrowding in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities - concluded in 2018.
There was no replacement.
Since then, overcrowding in many of Queensland’s First Nations communities has worsened.
In the years since, First Nations councils and the LGAQ have repeatedly called for urgent investment to address this growing crisis. Despite nearly a decade of sustained advocacy, no funding commitment has been secured.
Now, ahead of the Federal Budget, First Nations leaders are once again issuing an urgent call for action.
Karumba features stunning sunsets along the Gulf of Carpentaria - views that attract a steady stream of tourists to this remote community.
Protecting and preserving its iconic foreshore is essential.
The town has been battling serious coastal erosion threatening this foreshore - which has been coming closer and closer to the town.
The erosion has swallowed a street within a generation.
Without programs like the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, this would continue.
Carpentaria Mayor Jack Bawden is joining the call for the Federal Government to replace this vital program - and keep investing in the infrastructure regional communities rely on.
A bin tax won’t shrink your household’s landfill.
What would?
Tailored local solutions. Investment in recycling infrastructure. Standards for producers.
Right now, ratepayers are handing millions in waste levy payments to the State - and not enough of it is coming back to help you recycle more.
7 in 10 Queenslanders agree.
Do you?
“This decision is a serious blow to rebuilding our vital agricultural industry.”
North West Queensland is at a critical point in recovery after prolonged disasters — but restocking support has been denied.
North West Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (NWQROC) Chair, Etheridge Shire Council Mayor, Barry Hughes said:
“North West Queensland is in a critical moment of recovery after consecutive and prolonged disasters, and this decision is a serious blow to rebuilding our vital agricultural industry.”
Deputy Chair of NWQROC, McKinlay Shire Council Mayor, Janene Fegan said:
“This has put the region back by years economically with more than double the roads and fencing that was damaged in 2019."
Local leaders say the impacts will be felt across communities, industries and the wider economy.
LGAQ President Mayor Matt Burnett said:
“The Federal Government cannot walk away from these communities when they need them the most. They need to reverse this decision immediately.”
👉 Read the full story via our website.
This is a joint call from the LGAQ, NWQROC, AgForce Queensland and the Queensland Farmers' Federation.
Despite welcoming Federal Budget investments in housing and regional development, councils say they need a fairer share to keep delivering essential everyday services for Queensland communities.
What does this mean for your community? Read the full release in comments.
A few years ago at this dog park, small dog breeds were sharing this off-leash space with bigger dogs. 🐕🐾
As pet owners know – that’s not always ideal.
Using funds from the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, Ipswich City Council constructed this small breed off-leash park to give smaller furry friends a separate area.
It’s projects like this that have real impact on the everyday lives of our community – yet the vital program that funded it, the LRCIP, is set to disappear June 30.
Ahead of the Federal Budget, councils are sounding the alarm on behalf of their communities. 🚨
The Chinchilla Cultural Centre is a community hub - home to a library, cinema and art gallery. 📖 🎥 🎨
It was delivered with support from the Federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program - but that funding is set to end on June 30 unless it’s replaced.
With the Federal Budget being handed down tonight, councils are sounding the alarm on behalf of their communities. 🚨
From afterschool activities to weekend workshops, we’re creating opportunities where young minds can learn, experiment and grow.
Every year, Council supports programs that reach thousands of kids, helping build skills in technology, creativity and problem solving.
We're proud to stand alongside Queensland councils in a state-wide campaign that shines a light on how Councils are part of your everyday lives. Learn more at the link in bio.
@localgovqld #youreveryday
Recycling quiz: would you get full marks? 📝♻️
We put Kyall, our Waste Officer, to the test with some tricky items… and let’s just say, not every answer came easy!
Want to take the guesswork out of recycling? Download the Recycle Mate app to search items or scan barcodes and find out exactly which bin they belong in.
Queensland's 17 First Nations councils last week hosted the historic first meeting under the Queensland Indigenous Council Leaders Accord — guaranteeing local First Nations leaders a seat at the State Government policy-making table to deliver practical outcomes in liveability, economic development and self-determination. Read the full release in our bio!
In Burdekin, the projects funded by the Federal Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program have helped the community grow and thrive.
In two months, this significant funding program will disappear without a replacement – and communities are bracing for impact.
Queensland councils are speaking out – and are urging the Federal Treasurer to use the May Budget to continue investing in community infrastructure. Read the full release, link in our bio
First Nations Mayors are calling on the Federal Government to acknowledge their almost decade-long plea for funding to alleviate chronic levels of overcrowding that are having devastating flow on impacts to health and education and holding their communities back.
Full release in comments
