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Resources

Councils can sign up to LG Central to access resources to support local government in Queensland:

  • Best practice guidelines
  • Sample policies
  • Checklists
  • Templates
  • Training opportunities
  • FAQs.

Local government best practice and information

Information for councils and guides for best practice.

Resources for CEOs and council officers

Information for CEOs and council officers.

Local Government Comparative Reports

Each year the department collects information from local governments about the key services they provide and publishes it in the Queensland local government comparative information report.

Maps

Check the overall view of the local government areas in Queensland.

Last updated: 27 Nov 2023