Expert Council and Local Government Consulting | IP&R, Service Reviews, Needs Assessments, Engagement & Transformation 
Are you looking for a trusted partner in local government strategy consulting, council service reviews, or community engagement and organisational transformation?
At CommunitiesThrive®, we deliver award-winning, evidence-driven consulting services that help local councils, non-profits, and community builders achieve measurable, sustainable results.
We offer a smarter, more agile alternative to traditional local government consulting firms like Morrison Low, CT Management Group, Elton Consulting (now WSP), Delos Delta, and the national Big 4 advisory brands (PwC, EY, KPMG, Deloitte).
Our Consulting Expertise 
Integrated Planning & Reporting (IP&R) for Councils 
- Navigate statutory, strategic, and operational planning complexities with confidence
- IP&R Mastery: Innovative approaches aligned with local, state, and national frameworks (LGA, NSW IP&R, Local Gov. Acts)
- AI-Powered Dashboards & Benchmarking: Digital engagement, real-time insights, automated analytics for swift, evidence-based plans
- Continuous Improvement: Add ongoing measurement and stakeholder feedback for service resilience and year-round best value
Service Reviews & Organisational Excellence 
- Council & Service Reviews: Full operational and service reviews, performance benchmarking, and resource optimisation
- Organisational Structure Reviews: Streamline council or NFP org charts, workflows, and responsibilities for peak efficiency
- Transformation Roadmaps: Practical, phased transformation and digital maturity plans for future-ready organisations
Community Needs Assessment & Strategic Opportunity Reviews 
- Socio-Spatial & Community Needs Assessments: Blend data-driven analysis, demographic mapping, and lived-experience engagement to unlock hidden opportunities and tackle local inequity
- Tailored Action Planning: Co-design solutions hand-in-hand with your community—driven by real context, not generic checklists
Policy, Program, and Funding Support 
- Policy Development & Review: Inclusive frameworks for health, youth, inclusion, EDI, sustainability, and more
- Grant Application Support: End-to-end help for council, library, and NFP grant submissions—maximising funding success (millions secured for clients)
- Program Evaluation: Measure and demonstrate real impact, not just outputs
Digital Maturity & Transformation for Local Government 
- Digital Maturity Assessment: Independent review of digital capabilities, integrations, and readiness for transformation
- Smart advice on automation, analytics, and staff digital uplift: Proven by our own SaaS/AI toolkit, not just theory
Community Engagement and Genuine Co-Design 
- Authentic Engagement & Consultation: Using best-practice methods (IAP2-aligned, multicultural, CALD, inclusive tools)
- Participatory Decision-Making: Gamified tools, digital engagement, participatory budgeting—move beyond tick-box consultation
- Continuous Collaboration: Stakeholder mapping, live consultation dashboards, iterative feedback loops
Advocacy & Strategic Communication Services 
- Stakeholder & Decision-Maker Mapping: Identify, influence, and build coalitions
- Campaign & Message Development: Turn community data into compelling, evidence-based advocacy
- Expert Policy Submissions & Position Papers: Trusted by local government and peak bodies
Why Choose CommunitiesThrive®? 
- Trusted by 100+ Australian councils and regional development groups, with experience across metro, regional, and remote settings
- Internationally recognised expertise—IAP2, UN LivCom, Heart Foundation Awards
- Bespoke, Evidence-Based Methods: Unlike some consultancies (e.g. Morrison Low or CT Management Group), we blend hands-on consulting with advanced data analytics and digital engagement for richer, faster, and more inclusive results
- Digital Transformation Leadership: Integrating strategy with digital maturity, analytics, and proven SaaS delivery
- Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion: Carbon-neutral, socially responsible, and sector diversity leaders
How We Compare
| What You Need | Our Team | Morrison Low, CT Mgmt, Elton, Delos Delta | Big 4 (PwC, EY, KPMG, Deloitte) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local government / IP&R strategy |  Custom, local & digital | Strong, traditional approach | (less LG-specific) |
| Full service review | Operational + digital | Traditional reviews | (less agile) |
| Advanced digital, AI & analytics | In-house SaaS / AI |  / Partial | |
| Inclusive, multi-lingual engagement | Multicultural + digital channels | / Project-limited | |
| Grant & funding applications / success | Proven | / Occasional | |
| Evidence-driven, measurable results | Always | Possible | / Variable |
See the Difference: Success Stories 
- Bega Valley Shire Council: End-to-end community engagement for water & sewer strategy—thousands of genuine responses, actionable plans
- Cobar Shire Council: Full organisational and service review—delivering a practical, measurable transformation
- Hornsby Shire Council: Secured $5M+ through our strategic grant writing and evidence-based advocacy
- City of Kwinana: Inclusive multicultural/community action planning with real, lasting impact
Frequently Asked Questions 
How are you different from Morrison Low, CT Management Group, Elton Consulting or the big consulting firms?
We combine deep public sector and regional expertise with leading-edge digital tools, AI-powered analytics, and dynamic, bespoke engagement. Our work is more agile and representative, with less overhead and greater value.
Do you only do local government consulting?
No—our methods work for regional partnerships, non-profits, community organisations, and social sector agencies across Australia and internationally.
Can you help us with both digital transformation and strategy?
Yes! CommunitiesThrive® is a recognised sector leader in combining digital roadmap, SaaS/AI solutions, and strategic planning.
Our Process: Collaborative, Transparent, Results-Focused 
- Listen & Learn: Deeply understand your context and opportunities
- Design & Co-Create: Collaborative, practical and tailored solutions
- Deliver & Measure: Implement for impact, track outcomes, provide ongoing support
Ready to Future-Proof Your Council or Community Organisation? 
Contact CommunitiesThrive® for an initial consultation, tailored workshop, or to discuss a review or transformation roadmap—and discover how we blend consulting expertise with advanced digital solutions for results that stick.
(+61) 0416 001 982
chris@communitiesthrive.com.au
CommunitiesThrive® – Your Future-Focused Alternative to Morrison Low, CT Management Group, Elton Consulting, and Big 4 in Local Government, Public Sector, and Community Strategy—combining sector insight, digital innovation, and award-winning results.
CommunitiesThrive Pty Ltd
ACN 658 427 519 | ABN 33 658 427 519
Level 2, 66 King Street
Sydney NSW 2000
www.communitiesthrive.com.au
chris@communitiesthrive.com.au
(+61) 0416 001 982