NGAA Member Delegate Briefing: Federal Budget & Advocacy Update

NGAA Members are invited to join this strategic online Member Delegate Briefing, providing timely insights into key national policy developments shaping Australia’s growth areas.

This two-hour briefing will bring together analysis and commentary from NGAA and invited experts, with a focus on what recent policy announcements mean in practice for growth area councils and communities.

The session will cover:

• A debrief of the Federal Budget, with a focus on funding, priorities and gaps relevant to growth areas
• An overview of the 2025 Population Statement from the Centre for Population, including implications for planning, infrastructure delivery and service demand
• A government relations and advocacy update from NGAA, outlining current priorities, engagement with the Federal Government, and opportunities for members to contribute to advocacy efforts

The briefing will be strategic and advocacy-focused, equipping members with the insights needed to engage confidently with decision‑makers and stakeholders.

There will be an opportunity for live Q&A throughout the session.

The briefing will be recorded, and presentation materials will be shared with registered participants following the event.

Registration is essential. This briefing is open to NGAA Members only.

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