The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) has welcomed the Queensland Government’s appointment of a Cross-Border Commissioner for the state.
Premier, Steven Miles announced in Parliament this week that Queensland Police Union President, Ian Leavers (pictured), would be the first Cross-Border Commissioner.
LGAQ Chief Executive Officer, Alison Smith said the establishment of a Cross-Border Commissioner follows continued advocacy by the LGAQ, councils and mayors, including Goondiwindi Regional Council Mayor, Lawrence Springborg.
Mr Leavers today confirmed he will meet with Mayor Springborg in Goondiwindi early next week to discuss local law and order issues.
“We’d like to thank the Premier for establishing the Cross-Border Commissioner, and for his acknowledgement of the work that councils and the LGAQ have done over several years – including during the challenging Covid period – to make this happen,” Ms Smith said.
“We will continue to advocate to help refine the model to make sure it delivers on its promise, to strengthen the legislation to ensure the role is centrally-based within the State Government and has the powers to deal with typical cross-border issues like health, crime and labour rules.”
