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President's Message 5 June 2026

5 June 2026 Local Government NSW President Mayor Darcy Byrne reflects on issues and achievements affecting local government this week. Read More

81st AR Bluett Awards – applications open now

2 June 2026 The AR Bluett Memorial Trustees invite your council to enter local government’s most prestigious award: the AR Bluett Memorial Award. Read More

EOI: National Parks and Wildlife Advisory Council

2 June 2026 LGNSW is seeking applications from mayors and councillors to represent local government on the National Parks and Wildlife Advisory Council. Read More

Events & Training

Image Minute Taking Training 10 Jun 2026 @ 9:00am This practical workshop is designed to give participants an understanding of the importance of minutes for successful governance in formal and informal settings. Read more
Image Code of Conduct for Councillors 11 Jun 2026 @ 9:00am This workshop builds understanding of the Model Code, helps identify and manage conflicts of interest, and supports integrity and accountability in council roles. Read more
Image Executive and Administrative Assistants' Conference 11 Jun - 12 Jun 2026 This conference inspires and empowers local government executive, personal and administrative assistants to reach their potential and achieve higher performance. Read more

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Local Government NSW acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work, and the lands we travel through. We also acknowledge our Elders – past, present and emerging.