News from the North West - 2024 End of Year Review

Message from our Chair

Welcome to North West Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils’ 2024 end of year review.

I’m pleased to provide my first message as Chair of North West Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (NWQROC). Since stepping into the role, we have marked some big milestones for our region and state, including the 2024 State Election.

The election of a new government provides a real opportunity for a fresh start. And the local government leaders from across NWQ are committed to making the most of this opportunity. Since the election I’ve had the opportunity to provide commentary on behalf of NWQROC for the NQ Register newspaper which you can read here and here.

I recently met with our local member Robbie Katter MP and we’ve agreed on a closer working relationship for the term ahead.

We have also written to several Ministers identifying the portfolio core values and key deliverables of immediate importance to our region and councils. These are published on NWQROC website.

Next year, we will be on the campaign trail again with the federal election set to be called in the first half of 2025. Through NWQROC’s work and our collective approach with the 24 rural and remote councils of the Western Queensland Alliance of Councils we are in a strong position to platform our asks - with our NWQ Enabling Infrastructure Masterplan, research, reports and ongoing advocacy activities some of which you can see in our updates below.

As we head into the festive season I wish everyone a merry Christmas. Stay safe and I look forward to updating you in 2025.

Cr Barry Hughes
Chair, NWQROC
Mayor, Etheridge Shire Council

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