The VLGA is Victoria’s councillor support network.

We are the only organisation with a singular focus on supporting councillors and the people who work with them to change culture, improve conduct and demonstrate good local governance.

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The Victorian Local Governance Association is an independent (non-partisan) governance organisation supporting councils and councillors in achieving the highest standards of governance on behalf of their communities.

The VLGA is an independent governance organisation supporting councils and councillors. We provide opportunities for councillor networking, professional development and information exchange and we actively engage with key policymakers and broader stakeholders to inform, influence and lead the conversations that determine the priorities for the local government sector in Victoria and support good governance at the local level.

All councillors and staff at a VLGA Member Council are able to access the organisation’s programs and services.

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The VLGA’s vision for local government is to support a diverse and growing network of community leaders elected to local government who are more connected, informed, and capable of providing good governance for the communities they serve.

The VLGA’s overriding value is to strengthen and support good governance in local government that will enable, promote and facilitate trust and confidence in the sector.

The VLGA provides a range of service to the benefit of its council members.

Candidate and councillor training

Advisory
and support

Information forums and events

Candidate and councillor training

Candidate and councillor training

Media
management

Collaborative partnerships

Advocacy
and policy 

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Our events

We have a range of events covering many different topics. Find the most recent upcoming events below.

November 12, 2026

Governance Advisory Network (GAN) Meeting

Governance Advisory Network (GAN) meeting for councillors and governance officers.
November 12 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Online forum, Melbourne

February 27, 2026

FastTrack 2026 – Incivility: A Threat to Local Democracy

Join us for FastTrack 2026 where we discuss one of the biggest issues facing the local government sector.
February 27 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

RACV City Club, Melbourne

Latest news

Stay up to date with the news, media and resources from the Victorian Local Government Association.

VLGA Victorian Councillor Census 2025 – Have your say!

VLGA launches inaugural Mary Rogers Awards for women in local government

Incivility– a looming threat to local democracy

Victorian Gambling Loss Figures Released