LGMA: it's your organisation

Local Government Managers Australia Queensland (LGMA) was first registered in 1951 and today is the leading professional body for local government managers and aspiring managers in Queensland. The twin goals of LGMA are to:

Foster the professionalism of the local government sector in Queensland; and
Continually enhance the system of local government.

Our members are the leaders in the sector, who are committed to their careers and want to make a difference to the profession of local government. By working together, they help create a stronger sector, providing practical advice to government, supporting other local government professionals and sharing information and skills.

If you work in local government in Queensland, then LGMA is an organisation you should be involved with - for your own career and in order to better serve your community and the broader Queensland community. LGMA is here for you, so let us help your career goals.

MEMBER BENEFITS

Membership of Local Government Managers Australia is a must-have for anyone looking to develop their career in local government. Through membership, local government officers are kept informed of relevant trends and changes which may impact on their work. Members have access to professional development and training tailored to their needs, and the sector and, most importantly, members gain access to a network of like-minded professionals whose experience and insights can help them excel in their role and in their career.

In addition to great information and access to a network of professionals, LGMA membership entitles you to:

Access to three complimentary member-only webinars per year along with member-only tools and templates.
Eligibility to nominate for the Manager of the Year awards and International Manager Exchange.
Access to one complimentary coaching session per annum and discounted coaching thereafter.
Opportunities to input into the advocacy work undertaken by LGMA.
Opportunities to present at conferences, be profiled in LGMA publications or mentor other officers.
Entitlement to influence LGMA’s future through voting rights (not available to Affiliates).
Member-only email updates from the CEO.
Discount on subsequent year’s subscription following attendance at an LGMA flagship conference.
Access to LGMA’s EAP service.

LGMA is a member of the national body, Local Government Professionals Australia and, as an LGMA member, you also gain access to this highly regarded network of professionals across the country.

MEMBER SUBSCRIPTIONS

LGMA membership subscription is issued on a financial year basis and is tax deductible.

Membership fees for the 2022/2023 year are:

CEO - $463
Officer - $344
Officer (under 35 years of age) - $193
Affiliate - $97
Retired Member - $50

A $65 application fee applies to new members joining LGMA

ELIGIBILITY FOR MEMBERSHIP

LGMA membership is held by eligible individuals. To be eligible to join, you must be currently employed by a local government in an officer role (LGMA does not offer services supporting elected members). Officers who have line responsibility for other officers (i.e. directors, managers, coordinators, supervisors etc.) are eligible for full membership while those who do not yet manage others are eligible for Affiliate membership.

Not an LGMA member yet? Becoming a member has never been easier!

Join online, or download a Membership Application form.

For any membership inquiries, please email membership@lgmaqld.org.au or phone LGMA on 07 3174 5006.