Local Government NSW

Get ready for the LGNSW Annual Conference 📝

📅 22-24 November 📍 WIN Sports & Entertainment Centres, Wollongong 🤝 Destination Partner City of Wollongong

As the sector's key policy-making forum, the Conference is where delegates debate the critical issues facing local councils and shape LGNSW's core advocacy for the year ahead. The three-day event also features keynote speakers, panel discussions, professional development workshops, and a dedicated trade exhibition, offering the perfect environment to network and discover new ways to serve local communities better.

Take a look below at an early snapshot of the important dates, deadlines, and logistics to help you start planning 👇

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MEDIA RELEASE 📣 NSW Government takes the wheel on management of the “Red Fleet”

In a welcome move for the local government sector, the NSW Government has announced that from 1 July 2027, it will take over ownership and responsibility of the Rural Fire Service’s mobile assets – commonly referred to as the “Red Fleet”.

Mayor Darcy Byrne, President of Local Government NSW said the move would come as a great relief to local councils across NSW.

“For the last 30 years, legislation has said that these assets are owned by councils. Yet councils had no say in the acquisition, usage and disposal of these assets; these were all decisions of the Rural Fire Service” said Mayor Byrne.

Despite this, councils have been required to record these assets in their financial statements and absorb the depreciation expense for these assets, as well as the costs of inspecting and recording these assets in their accounts. Today’s announcement means that once the transfer takes place next year, councils will no longer carry this impost.

“Today’s reform will be particularly felt in smaller rural and regional areas where the vesting of Red Fleet assets has had a huge impact as these communities often have a proportionally larger RFS presence. These councils were carrying a heavy financial burden by being forced to record them on their books.”

“This is a major win for local government and comes after years of persistent advocacy by LGNSW and from our individual councils”.

Read the full release > https://bit.ly/3QhCrFZ

NSW Government takes the wheel on management of the “Red Fleet” The NSW Government has announced that from 1 July 2027, it will take over ownership and responsibility of the Rural Fire Service’s mobile assets – commonly referred to as the “Red Fleet”.

EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT 💼 Hawkesbury City Council is currently seeking a dedicated and forward-looking General Manager to lead their administrative operations and serve as the primary link between the elected body and the organisation.

This vital vacancy offers a unique opportunity to support the Council in developing a strong vision, values, and strategic direction for the community.

✏️ You will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of their day-to-day operations, ensuring they continue to deliver high level of services to all residents while building a culture of active staff commitment.
✏️ Your duties will centre on the ex*****on of the Council’s strategic and operational goals with a steadfast focus on service and performance outcomes.
✏️ Strong financial stewardship is paramount, requiring you to oversee the financial management and sustainability of the Council

📅 Applications close 5pm, Monday 29 June.

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