Finance

The Finance Portfolio encompasses a broad range of issues involving all aspects of finance and economic policy that relate to Local Government. Activities include involves policy development, advocacy, analysis, project management and advice.

Issues covered include:

rates, fees and charges
Local Government financial assistance grants (FAGs)
Local Government financial reform
asset management
intergovernmental fiscal relations
National Competition Policy
infrastructure (electricity & telecommunications)
taxation
regional infrastructure and services
economic development policy and projects
State and Federal budget analysis

Finance issues are currently coordinated by Shaun McBride as part of the Finance Infrastructure and Planning Team. Advice on finance issues is also provided to other policy teams and LGSA divisions.

Standing Committees relating to Finance

Finance policy issues are dealt with by the Associations Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Development.