Our strategic direction

The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers’ (the department) vision is for resilient and connected Queensland communities, strengthened by sustainable water supplies. The department’s purpose is to deliver innovative strategies and responsive services enabling: an empowered local government sector; water resource management which drives economic growth; and a reinvigorated volunteering sector.

The DLGWV Strategic Plan 2025-29 (PDF, 2MB) reflects the department’s evolving vision, purpose and objectives, and its role in delivering the priorities of the Queensland Government.

To align with the strategic direction, we are members of Pride in Diversity, reflecting our commitment to inclusion and diversity within our workforce and communities.

Previous Strategic Plans

DLGWV Strategic Plan 2024-28 (PDF, 2MB)