Since 1980 we have been providing opportunities for local government finance professionals to develop, network, and promote innovation within the industry. Today we advocate for our stakeholders and Queensland local government, while not forgetting our core services.
We exist to provide and create value for our members and their communities by:
Our key drivers articulated in our 2023 – 2027 Strategic Plan are:
1. Professional and Personal Development “Enhancing the professional and personal development of our members”
2. Collaboration and Advocacy “We represent our members when engaging stakeholders”
More information on our Association can be found in our Constitution.
Available Membership classes:
ASSOCIATE MEMBER. Members of CPA Australia, or the Institution of Chartered Accountants employed by a Queensland Local Government or any other person employed by a Queensland Local Government or the Queensland Government or in a related field of employment with professional qualifications or other industry experience considered suitable by the executive.
CONTINUING MEMBER. Any person who has been an Associate Member of the association for an aggregated period of not less than two (2) years and has ceased to be employed by a Queensland Local Government or in a related field of employment may on application to the executive be admitted as a continuing member. The name of the member shall thereupon be entered in the Register of Members on the Continuing Membership list. A Continuing Member shall be subject to the same terms and conditions and entitled to the same rights and privileges previously enjoyed as an associate member.
STUDENT MEMBER. Any full or part time student who has an interest in local government finance or works in local government may be admitted by the executive as a Student Member. A student member is not entitled to hold any office or sit on the executive of the association.
CORPORATE MEMBER. Any commercial entity that has an interest in the financial functions and processes of local government and contributes to the ongoing development of the association may be admitted by the executive as a Corporate Member. A corporate member is not entitled to hold any office or sit on the executive of the association.
Membership Fees:
The annual fee for Associate, Continuing or Student membership is $75 (incl GST). Annual Corporate membership is $250 (incl GST).
To Apply:
You can apply to become a member via our online application form.
If you have any questions, please email us at admin@lgfp.org.au.