Sponsored by the Department of Home Affairs

About the Sponsor

The Department of Home Affairs brings together Australia's federal law enforcement, national and transport security, criminal justice, emergency management, multicultural affairs and immigration and border-related functions, working together to keep Australia united, prosperous and safe.

Sponsored by the Department of Social Services

About the Sponsor

The Department of Social Services provides leadership in Australian Government policy to ensure all Australians are safe in their communities and live free from violence.

Sponsored by the Department of Social Services

About the Sponsor

The Australian Government, through the Department of Social Services (DSS), is working to improve the lifetime wellbeing of people and families in Australia by responding to need across their life course, encouraging independence, participation and supporting a cohesive society.

Sponsored by Woodside Energy Ltd.

About the Sponsor

Woodside is an Australian oil and gas company with a global presence, recognised for its world-class capabilities—as an explorer, a developer, a producer and a supplier.

Underpinned by 60 years of experience, we are Australia's most experienced liquefied natural gas (LNG) operator and largest independent oil and gas company.  Wherever we work, we are committed to living our values of integrity, respect, discipline, excellence, working together and working sustainably.

2019 Category Award Winners

The 2019 National Awards for Local Government were presented on Monday, 17 June 2019.

The ten category winners were presented with their awards at an event attended by Ministers and category sponsors at the Crown Plaza in Canberra.

Details of the National Award winner, category winners and highly commended projects are in the 2019 National Awards for Local Government Winners’ Book.

Below are video summaries of the 2019 National Winner and the Category Award Winning projects.

National Winner

City of Stirling, WA for the Kaleidoscope Initiative

Sponsored by the Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development and Cities

About the Sponsor

The Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development and Cities contributes to the wellbeing of all Australians through planning and investing in infrastructure and fostering safe and efficient transport systems. The Department also supports a strong and liveable Australia by facilitating local partnerships between all levels of government and local communities.