General News
3 June, 2024
Community call to check in on local councils
A Parliamentary inquiry into local government funding and services has kicked off, with residents and local councils encouraged to make submissions.
The inquiry was instigated by the Victorian Liberals and National parties in response to concerns raised by many local government areas about cost shifting in areas such as waste collection, school crossing attendants and the repair of regional roads.
A specially appointed committee will investigate local government funding and service delivery in Victoria, including cost shifting in areas such as waste collection, school crossing attendants and the repair of regional roads.
It also will consider if alternative models of funding are appropriate.
Member for Lowan Emma Kealy said she had met with councils across her seat and had been told many times it was not always clear "who paid for what".
“This inquiry will provide an important opportunity to examine what is working well and what can be done better," she said.
“I encourage both local councils and residents to make submissions to the inquiry.”
Submissions are due by June 28 and can be made via the Legislative Council Economy and Infrastructure Committee’s webpage at www.parliament.vic.gov.au/localgovernmentfunding