Entries for the 2013 National Awards for Local Government are now open, with awards recognising innovative and new ways local government supports and serve their communities.

 

All elected local government organisations are eligible for the awards.

 

Local Government Minister Simon Crean said the 2013 Award categories were broad this year, representing the extensive work of local government, including:  Active Arts; Excellence in Road Safety; Strength in Diversity; Regional Collaborations, Asset and Financial Management, and Excellence in Tourism.

 

"The National Awards for Local Government have recognised, rewarded and promoted the innovative work of local governments across Australia for more than a quarter of a century now," Mr  Crean said.

 

"I urge all councils to enter the 2013 Awards to showcase local initiatives and recognise individuals within their councils who have gone to extraordinary efforts to implement innovative solutions at a national level."

 

Entries close 15 February 2013. For more information visit www.regional.gov.au or contact:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..