Queensland communities have been sidelined and silenced regarding how they are to be governed locally by the State Government's decision to unilaterally decide the future of local government in the state.  Seven government appointed commissioners - with little community input - have decided the shape of local government for the next 100 years. 
Is this how YOU want your state controlled?

> Watch: The Amalgamation Wrong Song (Cr Yvonne Barlow: Pine Rivers)

> 4 leading experts have slamed the government's decision to force council amalgamations:
> Morton Report
> Dr Prasser             Dr Prasser's article: Tick, tock... The End of Local Government
> Dr Dollery
> Dr McGovern          Dr McGovern's letter to the Reform Commission (25 May)

> Watch: Its Just Not Cricket.   Watch: Amalgamation Kills Outback Towns
> Queensland Author Hugh Lunn considers amalgamtion impacts.
> New survey highlights changing attitudes to the question of amalgamations. Read the report. Survey questions and results.
> New academic report argues justification for amalgamation.  Read the Report.  Media Release.
> Anti-amalgamation speeches now on youtube!  Clip 1, Clip 2, Clip 3, Clip 4, Clip 5, Clip 6, Clip 7
> Read Full Page Courier Mail Ad - No Forced Amalgamations
> Read Full Page Courier Mail Ad - Questioning Political Values in Queensland
> Sign the Parliamentary Petition opposing the forced amalgamation of councils.  
> Contact your local council
> Many concerned citizens have already had their say!  Read some of their comments .

 
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