Publications & Submissions

The information contained in this submission reflects consultation with state and territory local government associations. It does not, however, replace the individual views of those bodies, some of which may have made separate submissions during the public consultation process. As such, the information contained within should be considered as supplementary information. ALGA is generally supportive+

This submission was made on the Interim Report of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional Recognition relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Local governments across Australia are very supportive of constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. This submission should be read in conjunction with any separate submissions received from state+

ALGA welcomes the opportunity to make this submission to the Inquiry into the Telecommunications Legislation Amendment Bill 2018. The amendments proposed in the bill have cause serious concern for local government in so far as they override important planning, consultation and safety assessment provisions. This submission should be read in conjunction with any separate submissions+

ALGA made a submission to the Australian Government’s review of the Product Stewardship Act 2011, including the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme. ALGA consulted with state and territory local government associations in preparing the submission. Comments in ALGA’s submission should be read in conjunction with submissions made by state and territory local government associations and councils.

This submission should be read in conjunction with any separate submissions received from state and territory associations as well as individual councils. ALGA’s position over many years is that equitably delivered and affordably priced telecommunications facilities should be available to all Australians, no matter where they live. Provision of information technology to all Australians is+

Local governments understand the importance of healthy communities and creating spaces and places where people can be active. Many councils work in partnership with the Commonwealth, state/territory governments and others, and have achieved notable preventative health outcomes.

Local government has a long history and expertise in municipal waste management. Today, municipal waste management services are complex and the range of involvement and service offered to residents and businesses by councils can vary between councils. This submission has been developed in consultation with ALGA’s member state and territory local government associations and should+

The planning and funding of Australia’s roads is inefficient and in urgent need of reform as noted both in the 2015 Australian Infrastructure Audit and the Productivity Commission’s 2014 Public Infrastructure Report. ALGA supports the notion of a more robust infrastructure pipeline being developed as part of the Australian Infrastructure Plan, including to address freight+

Climate change has presented a number of specific challenges that communities, government and business will need to face and address, sooner rather than later. These threats will impact infrastructure, buildings and communities, including public health. ALGA recognises and appreciates the diverse nature of climate change as an issue as well as the multi-faceted approach required+

ALGA welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the Standing Committee on Infrastructure, Transport and Cities Inquiry into the Australian Government’s role in the development of Cities. This submission builds on an increasing awareness and widespread acknowledgement of the importance of cities and towns in building sustainable growth and fostering sustainable and productive regions+

ALGA welcomed the Productivity Commission’s comprehensive initial report that was released in April 2017. While ALGA agrees in principle with many of the Commission’s initial findings and overall commentary, it is not without qualification in parts. ALGA concurs with the Commission’s observation that “by its nature, the geography of our economic transition will not be+

ALGA notes the intention to clarify the operation of existing powers and immunities, amend references in the Telecommunications Code to reflect changes to legislation since the Code was drafted and to consider how new technologies and new types of facilities under the multi technology mix can be rolled out more efficiently and effectively. ALGA understands+

The National Disability Strategy 2010-2020 sets an expectation that councils will plan for compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. It also expects that councils will engage with their communities, including people with disability, to fully understand the issues that need to be addressed and work towards sustainable and appropriate outcomes for their communities. ALGA+

ALGA established its policy position on carbon mitigation in 2010, which is that it supports a market-based mechanism to bring down emissions. While the policy position remains unchanged, ALGA is committed to working with the government of the day to deliver effective mechanisms and bring down emissions. This submission has been developed in consultation with+

ALGA is pleased to present this submission to Infrastructure Australia in response to issues raised in the Australian Infrastructure Audit 2015 for consideration in the preparation of the Australian Infrastructure Plan. ALGA welcomes the general inclusion of local government in the scope of the 2015 Audit and the opportunity to provide a submission in response+

ALGA appreciates the opportunity to comment on the consultation draft on changes to the Low-Impact Facilities Determination (LIFD). This submission responds to the consultation draft on the proposed amendments to the Telecommunications (Low-Impact Facilities) Determination 1997 and the Telecommunications Regulations 2001, which was released for comment on 12 June 2015. Overall, ALGA supports the intention+