LGMA Governance Forum 2026

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Local Government (Empowering Councils) Amendment Act 2026

The Act is the first phase of legislative reform to re-empower Queensland’s local governments to reduce red tape and give councils the resources and legislative framework needed to deliver for communities.

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Unlocking water project

We are reviewing each of Queensland’s 23 water plans to identify improved strategies for ‘unlocking’ Queensland’s water resources.

Right-side aerial view of the Upper Condamine Scheme, in the Murray Darling Basin. A concrete retaining wall is visible on either side of the river, which widens after drizzling over the concrete slab that extends the full-wdith of the river. Native tress are visible on the banks, and farmland is visible in the background.

Our role as a regulator

Learn how we regulate Queensland’s water resources by focussing on sustainable water management, public health and safety.

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Water plans in Queensland

Find information to help you understand how water is managed in water plan areas and how to access water.