{"id":1674,"date":"2026-02-24T14:11:03","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T04:11:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/?p=1674"},"modified":"2026-02-24T14:11:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T04:11:25","slug":"first-national-local-assembly-coordinators-call","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/first-national-local-assembly-coordinators-call\/","title":{"rendered":"First national Local Assembly Coordinators call"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>A strong beginning and a sign of growing momentum<\/h4>\n<p>On Monday evening, something important quietly took place.<\/p>\n<p>The first national Local Assembly Coordinator chat was held \u2014 bringing together coordinators from across the country to collaborate, share experience, and strengthen one another.<\/p>\n<p>And by all accounts, it was a great night.<\/p>\n<h4>Experienced voices supporting new leaders<\/h4>\n<p>One of the most encouraging aspects of the call was the atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>Experienced coordinators showed up ready to guide, support, and share practical wisdom with newer faces stepping into coordinator roles.<\/p>\n<p>This is how strong assemblies are built:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not in isolation<\/li>\n<li>Not through competition<\/li>\n<li>But through cooperation and shared learning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>There were thoughtful discussions and plenty of practical questions, including:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Finding suitable meeting venues \u2014 balancing cost, accessibility, and the reality that some venues refuse to host Assemblies<\/li>\n<li>Clarifying document processes, including whether multiple people can appear on a Notice of Precepe<\/li>\n<li>Navigating early-stage organisational questions with confidence and clarity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>These conversations matter.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They reduce friction.<\/li>\n<li>They accelerate growth.<\/li>\n<li>They prevent new coordinators from feeling like they must \u201cfigure it all out alone.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Encouraging local updates<\/h4>\n<p>Several assemblies shared positive developments:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Capricorn Coast:<br \/>\n<\/strong>The Capricorn Coast Assembly is preparing to hold elections this weekend to formally seat their Interim Assembly \u2014 a significant milestone demonstrating structure and forward movement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Proserpine:<\/strong><br \/>\nProserpine reported steady, regular attendance and the encouraging step of beginning reconveyance documentation workshops. Consistency builds confidence, and confidence builds assemblies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Townsville:<\/strong><br \/>\nTownsville shared enthusiasm about returning to Ravenswood over the May long weekend (2\u20134 May), continuing community connection and engagement.<br \/>\nThe feedback and write up in The Terra Australisan (July-September edition) indicates that the Anzac weekend event was a roaring fun filled success, and this one is not to be missed.<\/p>\n<h4>These updates are not small things.<\/h4>\n<p>They are signs of life, continuity, and increasing maturity.<\/p>\n<h4>Why this matters<\/h4>\n<p>This first Coordinators call marks an important structural evolution.<\/p>\n<p>As more assemblies form and more coordinators step forward, a national collaboration space becomes essential to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Share practical solutions<\/li>\n<li>Maintain cultural alignment<\/li>\n<li>Support new leaders<\/li>\n<li>Prevent burnout<\/li>\n<li>Strengthen consistency across regions<\/li>\n<li>Maintain enthusiasm and momentum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When coordinators are supported, assemblies are stronger.<br \/>\nWhen assemblies are stronger, the people are better served.<\/p>\n<h4>A Culture of cooperation<\/h4>\n<p>What stood out most from the evening was the tone.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There was enthusiasm.<\/li>\n<li>There was generosity.<\/li>\n<li>There was genuine willingness to help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is the culture that sustains long-term success:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Respectful dialogue<\/li>\n<li>Open knowledge sharing<\/li>\n<li>Encouragement rather than criticism<\/li>\n<li>Collective problem-solving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It reflects the shared foundation of moral responsibility, and community-focused governance, by the people for the people.<\/p>\n<h4>Looking Ahead<\/h4>\n<p>This was only the first weekly call.<\/p>\n<p>If the energy and spirit of this meeting are any indication, the Coordinators call will become a cornerstone support structure for both emerging and established assemblies.<\/p>\n<p>The more we collaborate, the stronger we become.<\/p>\n<p>And the stronger we become, the more confidently we can serve our communities.<\/p>\n<h4>To all Coordinators and Co-Coordinators<\/h4>\n<p>Thank you for stepping forward.<\/p>\n<p>Leadership at the local level is where everything begins.<br \/>\n<strong>And now \u2014 you do not stand alone.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a status corrected Local Assembly Coordinator (or co-coordinator) but you did not receive an invite \u2013 don\u2019t stress. Reach out to Alan (<a href=\"mailto:alan@matilda.net.au\">alan@matilda.net.au<\/a>) and you will be added to the list.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1677 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/02\/national-Local-Assembly-Coordinator-call-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"national local assembly coordinator call 2\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/02\/national-Local-Assembly-Coordinator-call-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/02\/national-Local-Assembly-Coordinator-call-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/02\/national-Local-Assembly-Coordinator-call-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/terraaustralisstatesassembly.net\/national\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/02\/national-Local-Assembly-Coordinator-call-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A strong beginning and a sign of growing momentum On Monday evening, something important quietly took place. 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