Local Government Association of Tasmania

Local Government Association of Tasmania The Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT) is the peak body of local government in Tasmania. Please read below terms of use before posting.

LGAT protects and represents the interests and rights of councils in Tasmania and promotes an efficient and effective system of local government. Welcome to the official page of the Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT). To make sure this page is a positive and welcoming place for everyone, we ask that all users respect the following terms of use:

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others by not including email addresses, phone numbers or home addresses in public posts or comments. b) Harassment, abuse and obscene, offensive or threatening language will not be tolerated, nor will the repeated posting of unconstructive negative comments. c) Do not post comments that are likely to offend others, including but not limited to references to race, age, gender, sexuality, political leaning, religion or capabilities. d) Do not post defamatory remarks, or information that is factually inaccurate and may mislead others. e) Do not post anything that may constitute spam. This includes but it not limited to: posting of or links to commercial offers or other advertising content; repetitive or nuisance posting; posting of irrelevant content; soliciting likes or membership for pages, groups or external websites; posting of crowdfunding links or seeking donations or other actions of support for a cause, unless specifically endorsed by LGAT for that purpose. f) If you find an image or post offensive, or which you believe should be removed for other reasons, please contact us via email or phone. g) Links to content that cannot be endorsed by LGAT may be deleted. LGAT does not accept any responsibility for content published on third party sites. h) By posting, commenting, liking or sharing content on this account, you accept that this content may be retained as a record by the LGAT, as required by the Archives Act 1983. i) LGAT social media accounts are not a forum for counselling or help seeking. If you need support in a crisis, contact Lifeline 24/7 on 13 11 14. j) Any posts or comments made by social media accounts or people impersonating LGAT, or passing off, will be deleted from official LGAT social media accounts in order to avoid public confusion caused by ambiguity. l) Any posts or comments that violate these guidelines will be deleted, and any person who repeatedly violates these guidelines will be banned from the LGAT page.

Tasmanian councils can now apply for a Drought Ready Tas Quick Wins Grant!Funding is available for projects that boost d...
04/09/2026

Tasmanian councils can now apply for a Drought Ready Tas Quick Wins Grant!

Funding is available for projects that boost drought and climate resilience in your community. Projects must align with the goals and action areas of Tasmania's regional drought and climate resilience plans.

Single-region projects can apply for between $10,000 and $30,000, while multi-regional projects can apply for up to $90,000 (up to $30,000 per region).

Download the Guidelines to learn more: https://communitiestas.smartygrants.com.au/d/files/dlm/2f0b449c6b3f29c2eb456b0814644cd687fc8cb

Applications close at 2:00pm on 13 October 2026.

📝 Apply via SmartyGrants: https://communitiestas.smartygrants.com.au/TRDR26

We are deeply concerned by recent reports of racial vilification targeting candidates in the upcoming October local gove...
02/09/2026

We are deeply concerned by recent reports of racial vilification targeting candidates in the upcoming October local government elections.

No one should be subjected to abuse because of their race, ethnicity, culture or background, particularly when they have chosen to put their hand up to serve their community.

A healthy democracy requires participation from people with different experiences, cultures and perspectives. If we want capable people to stand for council, we must create an environment where they feel safe to participate.

Every Tasmanian who puts their hand up to serve their community deserves to do so with dignity and respect.

MRC Tas and LGAT are calling for a local government election period where debate focuses on ideas and the issues that matter to our communities - not race, religion or background.

Read our joint statement below.

Last week our President, Vice President and CEO attended the 2026 National Local Roads, Transport & Infrastructure Congr...
01/09/2026

Last week our President, Vice President and CEO attended the 2026 National Local Roads, Transport & Infrastructure Congress. The focus was on road safety, accessibility, and ensuring councils build assets that deliver long-term value for their communities.

One of the most thought-provoking sessions explored the relationship between infrastructure design and driver behaviour. It reinforced that road safety is not just about individual decisions behind the wheel, but also about how we design our roads and transport networks to encourage safer outcomes. For local government, that means continuing to invest in infrastructure that is intuitive, accessible and designed to reduce risk for all road users.

Our President Mick Tucker also spoke at the local government sustainability hearing, ensuring that the views of Tasmania's 29 councils were heard. He highlighted that our councils manage more than $11.8 billion in infrastructure, including 80% of the state's roads, while delivering an ever-growing range of community services. Mick put forward a case for increased, predictable and untied funding for councils, arguing that the current grant system places unnecessary burdens on councils and disadvantages regional and remote communities.

📸 LGAT Vice President Leigh Gray, LGAT President Mick Tucker, Senator Susan McDonald, ALGA President Matt Burnett, MAV President Jennifer Anderson.

Got these dates in your diary? 📅If you’re planning on running in the upcoming local government elections, there are a fe...
01/09/2026

Got these dates in your diary? đź“…

If you’re planning on running in the upcoming local government elections, there are a few dates you should keep in mind.

✍️ You need to submit your nomination between 7 and 21 September.

🗳️ Ballot packs will start arriving from 5 October, and they must be returned by 27 October.

📊 Counting will begin on 28 October.

Check out the TEC website for the full timetable: https://www.tec.tas.gov.au/local-government/elections-2026/index.html

Do you live in Tasmania?You’re invited to participate in a short survey about your experience: what is easy or hard abou...
31/08/2026

Do you live in Tasmania?

You’re invited to participate in a short survey about your experience: what is easy or hard about living in here, how connected you feel to your community, and the things that may influence you to leave or stay here.

đź”—https://tasmanian.com.au/population-survey

The survey takes 7 minutes to complete and is completely anonymous. It is open to anyone age 18 or older who is either currently living in Tasmania, or who has lived here sometime in the past five years.

Share your thoughts, and you can choose to go into a prize draw to win one of five $50 gift cards.

This study has been approved by the University of Tasmania Human Research Ethics Committee (H40733).

We're heading to the East Coast next week to chat with potential candidates about local government elections! If you liv...
27/08/2026

We're heading to the East Coast next week to chat with potential candidates about local government elections! If you live in the Break O'Day area, we look forward to connecting with you and explaining the nomination process and the key dates you need to be across.

đź—ł With Council Elections on the horizon - if you have ever wondered what it would mean to be a councillor, what your responsibilities and expectations are... This session could be for you!
Come and learn what it means to be a Break O'Day Councillor.

The August edition of LGAT News is out now đź“°This month we cover:- The winners of our Awards for Excellence and Service A...
27/08/2026

The August edition of LGAT News is out now đź“°

This month we cover:

- The winners of our Awards for Excellence and Service Awards

- Everything that happened at our Annual Conference

- Welcoming a new member to our General Management Committee

- An update on local government reforms and planning policies

- The latest grant opportunities for councils... and more!

Read it here 👉https://mailchi.mp/lgat/lgat-news-aug-2026

Could you be eligible to vote, but not know it? 🤔Not all eligible voters are automatically enrolled in Tasmania’s local ...
26/08/2026

Could you be eligible to vote, but not know it? 🤔

Not all eligible voters are automatically enrolled in Tasmania’s local government elections, but they still deserve a say. This includes:

👩‍🦰 Residents who are not Australian citizens
🏠 Owners of shacks, rental properties or businesses
📝 Nominated representatives of a body corporate

If this sounds like you, you might be eligible to apply for the General Manager's Roll. Contact your local council to learn more and apply before 10 September.

Reminder: Voting in the 2026 Tasmanian local government elections is compulsory. It’s your opportunity to have your say ...
24/08/2026

Reminder: Voting in the 2026 Tasmanian local government elections is compulsory. It’s your opportunity to have your say about who represents you around the table.

Ballot packs will be mailed to all eligible voters in early October. Voting is conducted by post, and you must return your completed ballot by the deadline listed in your pack.

You have until 6:00pm on 10 September to enrol and ensure your information is up to date.

Check your enrolment details today: https://check.aec.gov.au

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