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VLGA's Ongoing Efforts in Reducing Gambling Harm

Date: 28 Jul 2023

The VLGA remains dedicated to supporting member Councils in their fight against gambling harm. We are pleased to report that recent Electronic Gaming Machine reforms announced by the State Government are aligned with our advocacy work and are positive move.

The key reforms include:

VLGA calls for State Government funding to create safe work environments for women councillors

Date: 27 Jul 2023

Category: Media

The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) points to the latest research paper produced as part of an Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project which is being undertaken by the VLGA in partnership with LaTrobe University and the University of Melbourne - ‘

A conversation with Mike Blake AM, new VLGA Board Member

Date: 27 Jul 2023

Category: VLGA e-news

Mike was Tasmanian Auditor-General for almost 12 years prior to which he was Auditor-General for the Northern Territory.

FastTrack 2023 - An exciting day full of innovative ideas and discussions

Date: 04 May 2023

Category: VLGA e-news

When communities, economies and the environment are well governed; people truly feel that they belong, can contribute, and thrive.

Intimidating democracy undermines good governance, but protecting safety is paramount

Date: 28 Apr 2023

Category: Media

The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) is aware of a number of incidents that have occurred during council meetings involving groups of people attending for the purposes of disrupting proceedings.