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The Canberra Region Joint Organisation is a government body that provides regional leadership to connect communities within the South East region. We collaborate with all levels of government, industry and community to work together to provide a vibrant regional vision and deliver important key outcomes.

Member Councils

Bega Valley Shire Council

Eurobodalla Shire Council

Goulburn Mulwaree Council

Hilltops Council

Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council

Snowy Monaro Regional Council

Snowy Valleys Council

Upper Lachlan Shire Council

Wagga Wagga City Council

Wingecarribee Shire Council

Yass Valley Council

Image: Hilltops Council Wine Region

Image: Eurobodalla Council Coastline

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Image: Wingecarribee Tulip Time

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Our Board

Our Board consists of the Mayors from our member councils, each serving as a voting representative. The General Managers of these councils participate in a non-voting capacity. Additionally, our Board includes associate members from Wagga Wagga City Council, the ACT Government, and a representative from the NSW Government. We are also proud to have Canberra Airport as an affiliate member.

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Our Projects

Joint Organisation Net Zero Accelerator (JONZA)

This program aims to build capacity in member councils to support achieving net zero outcomes.

Regional Waste and Resource Recovery Program

This program unites waste managers to enhance recycling, reduce waste, & promote a circular economy.

Regional Community Strategic Plan (RCSP)

The RCSP is a joint procurement by councils, with CSPs focused on community and prosperity.

Latest News and Updates

CRJO Advocates for Regional Priorities at NSW Parliament

Published on 26 June 2025

CRJO held its June Board Meeting at NSW Parliament House, advocating on behalf of its 11 member councils. Key issues raised with Ministers and MPs included rural health, TAFE, housing on Crown land, infrastructure resilience, disaster recovery funding, Financial Assistance Grants, and high-speed rail. The visit reinforced the importance of regional voices in shaping policy and funding priorities.

HumeLink Host Councils Push for Community Benefit-Sharing Payments

Published on 06 May 2025

Five HumeLink host councils are calling for long-term community benefit-sharing payments from Transgrid to support local infrastructure and services. In a meeting with NSW Energy Minister Penny Sharpe, the councils outlined their proposal, which was welcomed by the Minister, who committed to continued discussions and broader consideration for future energy projects.

Don't Bin Batteries

Published on 29 January 2025

CRJO is running a regional media campaign to reduce the growing number of battery-related fires in our regional waste trucks and facilities. We’re urging everyone not to dispose of batteries in the red or yellow bins. Instead, please drop them off at major retailers like Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, or Bunnings, at other B-Cycle drop-off points, or at your local Council's Community Recycling Centres.
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Media Releases

You can view the latest releases from the list as well as keep up to date on what is happening via our social media pages on both LinkedIn and Facebook. For more information please contact our Executive Assistant Corporate Services on mail@crjo.nsw.gov.au.

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