Consulting

At the Centre for Local Government (CLG), we offer a comprehensive suite of consulting services designed to meet the diverse needs of local government organisations.

Whether you're looking to define your strategy, improve governance, design policies, engage with your community, or plan for the future, our team of experts is here to provide tailored solutions that deliver real-world results. Explore our services to find out how we can assist you in achieving your local government goals.

Strategic Planning and Governance

We offer a range of services to help you define your strategy, improve governance, and ensure compliance with local government regulations.

Strategy and Planning Reviews: Expert assistance in defining, developing, and executing your strategy, including change management programs.

Integrated Planning & Reporting (IP&R): Tailored planning and reporting documentation, along with public consultation processes.

Corporate and Strategic Planning: Guidance on preparing and embedding strategic, planning, and financial management documents as required by the Local Government Act.

Policy and Program Management

We specialise in designing, planning, and implementing policies, programs, and projects that are responsive and fit-for-purpose.

Policy and Program Design and Reform: Managing internal and external stakeholder issues and regulatory requirements.

Performance Monitoring, Benchmarking, and Measurement: Designing monitoring, evaluation, and learning strategies, and establishing reporting tools.

Policy and Program Management

We specialise in designing, planning, and implementing policies, programs, and projects that are responsive and fit-for-purpose.

Policy and Program Design and Reform: Managing internal and external stakeholder issues and regulatory requirements.

Performance Monitoring, Benchmarking, and Measurement: Designing monitoring, evaluation, and learning strategies, and establishing reporting tools.

Organisational Development and Leadership

Our senior leaders and subject matter experts provide coaching and training to enhance your organisation's leadership capabilities.

Organisational and Service Reviews: Evidence-based options for future planning and operations (see our Service Review Manual for local councils).

Leadership and Senior Management Coaching: Providing a sounding board for local government challenges. Councillor Professional Development: Targeted training for incoming and existing councillors.

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

We have been leaders in community engagement for over 30 years, using robust research skills and co-design processes.

Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Designing and implementing community engagement projects.

Governance and Oversight Support: Creating transparent and effective decision-making processes.

Data Analysis

We provide comprehensive research and data analysis to support your planning and decision-making processes.

Service Reviews, Monitoring, and Performance: Support tools and guidance for continuous improvement options.

Data Analysis and Sustainability Planning: We provide data analysis and research to guide your planning, including sustainability efforts.

Resilience and Future Planning

We help local councils evolve and adapt to increasing complexities, both local and global.

Organisational Resilience and Agility: Horizon scanning and futures thinking to meet challenges.