The Federal election was called on 28 March 2025. As this website is hosted by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, the site will only be updated with material in line with the Caretaker Conventions. Please note that the content of this site relates to the Australian Government’s existing policy.

The Australian Government contributes to the prosperity of the economy and the wellbeing of all Australians by assisting local governments to manage their own futures, including providing essential services and developing effective planning initiatives.

Financial Assistance Grant program

The Commonwealth provides financial assistance grants to local government under the Local Government (Financial Assistance) Act 1995. Details are provided in this section.

Financial Assistance Grant program

National Awards for Local Government

The National Awards for Local Government recognise, reward and promote the innovative work of local governments across Australia.

National Awards for Local Government

National Awards for Local Government—past years' winners

Information on past winners of the National Awards for Local Government.

National Awards for Local Government—past years' winners

Local Government Publications

View and print publications and maps about Local Government in Australia.

Local Government Publications

Investment and grant programs

Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development and Cities portfolio Infrastructure Investment Program and Regional and community programs.

Investment and grant programs

Local Government National Report

This report provides an overview of the operation and performance of local government from a national perspective.

Local Government National Report

Australian Council of Local Government

The Australian Government will hold the sixth Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) in Canberra on 5 July 2024. The ACLG showcases the important partnership the Australian Government has with local governments across Australia.

Australian Council of Local Government