Events

21

Nov

NGAA Members’ meeting and workshop

Thursday 21 November 2024, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Old Parliament House, Canberra

21

Nov

2024 Research Launch Event at Parliament House

Join fellow NGAA Mayors, CEOs and GMs as we call on federal members to demonstrate their support for Australia’s fastest growing outer metropolitan cities and suburbs.

Thursday 21 November 2024, 9.30-11.00am

Mural Hall, Parliament House, Canberra

 
26

Nov

Online Briefing from outgoing NGAA Chair, Cr Matthew Deeth

NGAA member council representatives are invited to a special online briefing hosted by outgoing Chair, Cr Matthew Deeth. 

During this session, Cr Deeth will reflect on the significant achievements of the past five years, share insights on the future strategic direction of the NGAA, and formally introduce Mayor Terresa Lynes, who will be stepping in as interim Chair.

Past events

Building Engagement and Trust with your Community: Melton Case Study

Community engagement done well encourages active participation, empowers groups who felt powerless, and builds trust in the organisation. Learn from Melton's Cemetery Reflective Space project and discover strategies to enhance your community engagement efforts.

NGAA’s Federal Election Campaign - Member Webinar

Hear about the research and communication activities we will undertake in the lead-up to the Federal Election. Stay informed and get involved in our collective advocacy efforts.

Developing an Advocacy Strategy with the City of Wyndham

Wyndham recently won the NGAA award for Advocacy with their new strategy. Join us to learn more about their approach and discover what they’ve done to set themselves up for success. For more information and to register, click here. 

Member Webinar Building community resilience with Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale

Members are invited to join us for a webinar to hear directly from the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale’s project team and gain deeper insights into their approach on the Cardup Career Fire Station. There will be a Q&A session for members, and a recording will be made publicly available afterward.

Members’ lunch during the ALGA National General Assembly

4 July, 2024 11:00am AEST. Presented during the 2024 ALGA National General Assembly

Swan Room, National Convention Centre, 31 Constitution Avenue, Canberra, ACT 2601

Registrations Essential. Book now

 

Penrith and Western Sydney Site tour

30 May 2024 10:00am – 3:30pm Western Sydney

2024 NGAA Awards

30 May; 6:00pm – 10:00pm | Western Sydney Conference Centre

NGAA National Congress - Welcome Drinks

Wednesday 29 May, 5.30 - 7.00pm Venue: Penrith Stadium Chairman’s Lounge Host: Cr Todd Carney, Mayor, Penrith City Council

Economic Development Policy Advisory Committee

Join us for our first Economic Development Advisory Policy Committee meeting for 2024

Advocacy Advisory Policy Committee Meeting

Be part of the conversation for our first Advocacy Advisory Policy Committee Meeting of 2024. 

Research and Practice Group Meeting

Research and Practice (RAP) group meeting to discuss research opportunities that will help support advocacy campaigns for 2024 and beyond. 

Strategic Planning Advisory Policy Committee Meeting

Join us for our first Strategic Planning Advisory Policy Committee Meeting of 2024. 

 

2024-27 Strategic Plan Workshop

NGAA Members are invited to shape the future of the Alliance at a workshop to develop the 2024-27 Strategic Plan.

2023 Parliamentary Showcase

Member Councils of the National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) are delighted to once again showcase the vibrancy, opportunity and potential of their municipalities at the 2023 Australian Growth Areas Showcase.

NGAA 2023 Symposium Day 2

NGAA’s 2023 Symposium will be held across two sessions and is expected to once again draw substantial interest from across the Alliance’s membership, non-member councils, state and federal government departments and peak bodies.

Dates: 11 and 18 October 2023, 1-4pm AEDT

NGAA 2023 Symposium Day 1

NGAA’s 2023 Symposium will be held across two sessions and is expected to once again draw substantial interest from across the Alliance’s membership, non-member councils, state and federal government departments and peak bodies.

Dates: 11 and 18 October 2023, 1-4pm AEDT

NGAA and Australian Red Cross - Emergency Ready Week 2023

The National Growth Areas Alliance, in partnership with the Australian Red Cross, will discuss community preparedness for emergencies in outer metropolitan areas during Emergency Ready Week 2023.

NGAA Advocacy Policy Advisory Committee

The NGAA Advocacy Policy Advisory Committee will be hosted by the City of Cockburn.

NGAA Economic Development Policy Advisory Committee

This meeting of NGAA's Economic Development Policy Advisory Committee will be hosted by Hume City Council.

NGAA Strategic Planning Policy Advisory Committee

The NGAA Strategic Planning Policy Advisory Committee will be hosted by Cardinia Shire Council.

NGAA Policy Advisory Committees Information Session

From July 2023 NGAA’s Strategic Planning, Advocacy and Economic Development networks will transition into Policy Advisory Committees (PACs). Each online meeting will be hosted and chaired by a Member Council, on a voluntary basis.

NGAA Member Federal Budget Briefing

Briefing on the impact of the 2023 Federal Budget for growth areas. Zoom meeting.