Briefing to the incoming government
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2 December 2023
Local government plays a crucial role in complementing and enhancing central government.
Local government functions as a powerful tier of government because of its proximity to communities. It’s impossible to deliver improved social and economic outcomes for communities without strong, fit-for-purpose local government.