Local Government National Remuneration Survey
For more than 20 years, McArthur has researched and published national remuneration surveys for Local Government, providing councils with vital insight to support remuneration and wider business decision-making.

2021/2022 National Local Government Remuneration Survey Report Abstract
20th edition • 209 councils • 11,950+ positions • 95 disciplines • 30+ years insight
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2020/2021 National Local Government Remuneration Survey Report Abstract
19th edition • 230 councils • 11,400+ positions • 95 disciplines • 6 council categories • 30+ years insight
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2019/2020 National Local Government Remuneration Survey Report Abstract
18th edition • 195 councils • 8,500+ positions • 95 disciplines • 6 council categories • 30+ years insight
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2018/2019 National Local Government Remuneration Survey Report Abstract
17th edition • 214 councils • 8,700+ positions • 95 disciplines • 5 council categories • 30+ years insight
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2016/2017 National Local Government Remuneration Survey Report Abstract
15th edition • 210 councils • 7,500+ positions • 94 disciplines • 5 council categories • 30+ years insight
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Receive our latest National Local Government Remuneration Survey full report today
An annual National Remuneration Survey report will enable you to:
- Benchmark current salary packages with those of other councils across Australia;
- Compare packages by Council size, population, revenue, expenditure and staffing numbers;
- Review remuneration levels to aid in talent management and retention strategies;