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Welcome to the website of the Local Government and Shires Associations of New South Wales (LGSA).

The Local Government Association of NSW and the Shires Association of NSW are the peak industry bodies for Local Government in NSW.

They have about 60 joint staff who implement Executive and Conference decisions and provide research support for the policy positions and standing committees of both Associations.
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	Controversial changes to planning legislation in NSW were passed by the Legislative Council in the early hours of 18 June. A motion to refer the legislation to a Parliamentary Inquiry - which had been requested by the Associations and many other organisations - had been lost by just one vote.
	2008 Water Management Conference: Registrations now open! Hosted by Ballina Shire Council on 13-15 August, the conference will explore the changing landscape of water management and its implications for Local Government.

News and Highlights

Land & Environment Court Reporter: May Issue 29: This months Land and Environment Court Reporter is now available.

Government Forced to Make Concessions on Planning Laws: The NSW Government's controversial pro-developer laws are expected to pass the Upper House early tomorrow morning with some concessions, following overwhelming opposition from the community.

NSW Ratepayers To Be Hit With New 'Tax By Stealth': NSW ratepayers could be hit with an extra $200 a year through new hidden state taxes.

Government’s Own Review Raises Concerns with Planning Laws: A parliamentary committee which includes Government members has raised concerns with the State's planning laws.

Cost Shifting Survey: The Associations released the findings of their state-wide survey which indicates that shifting responsibilities onto councils by other levels of government amounts to around $400 million per year. This significantly impacts on Local Government's sustainability.

Complete the NRM Survey of NSW Councils Online: NSW councils are asked to participate in a state wide survey on natural resource management (NRM). The survey aims to highlight areas where councils may need assistance and support in strengthening their delivery of natural resource management.