Industries
Industries are the engine rooms of our society, shaping the systems, services, and environments we depend on every day.
From local councils and utilities to state agencies, education providers, and private organisations, City of Assets partners across sectors to build capability, strengthen decision-making, and support lasting impact.
We guide projects across system reviews, procurement, implementation, and market analysis tailored to the unique needs of each industry.
Our experience ensures that every solution is grounded in practicality, aligned with strategic goals, and built for long-term success.
Local Government
Improving Services, Strengthening Communities
Local government is the third tier of government in Australia, beneath the federal and state/territory levels. Commonly known as councils or shires, local governments are responsible for delivering essential services and managing public assets at the community level. They operate under state or territory legislation and vary widely in size, structure, and scope depending on geography and population.
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Typical responsibilities include:
- Local roads, footpaths, and stormwater drainage
- Waste collection and recycling
- Parks, open space, and community facilities
- Urban planning and development approvals
- Local laws, public health, and environmental services
- Libraries, childcare, and community programs
- Asset registers and long-term infrastructure planning
Councils are funded through property rates, service charges, and grants from state and federal governments. They play a vital role in economic development, liveability, and the stewardship of infrastructure that supports communities.
As of 2024, Australia has 537 local government areas: 128 in New South Wales, 79 in Victoria, 77 in Queensland, 137 in Western Australia, 68 in South Australia, 29 in Tasmania, and 17 in the Northern Territory. The Australian Capital Territory does not have separate councils, with local functions managed directly by the Territory Government.
How we can help
At City of Assets, we work exclusively with councils to strengthen how they plan, manage, and invest in infrastructure that supports their communities. Our approach is grounded in local government experience—combining hands-on delivery with a deep understanding of the frameworks, systems, and constraints councils operate within.
Whether it’s building a fit-for-purpose asset register, streamlining business processes, improving data quality, or guiding the selection and implementation of enterprise systems, we help councils operate more efficiently and sustainably—so they can focus on delivering services where they matter most.
Since launching in September 2023, we’ve partnered with numerous councils on a wide range of projects—from system reviews and procurement to implementation support and market analysis. Our work spans all major service areas, including roads, parks, buildings, stormwater, fleet, ICT, and public spaces.
We believe asset management doesn’t have to be complicated—but the detail matters. That’s why we developed the ABCD of Asset Management—a clear, scalable framework built on four practical pillars. It’s a model designed specifically for local government—proven in practice, grounded in reality, and flexible enough to grow with your council.
Water Utilities
Maximising Water Infrastructure for Long-Term Value
Water utilities play a critical role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable water services to communities across Australia. These organisations manage complex infrastructure networks that span water supply, wastewater, stormwater, and recycled water systems—often across vast geographic regions and diverse environments.
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Typical responsibilities include:
- Water sourcing, treatment, and distribution
- Sewerage and wastewater collection and treatment
- Stormwater and drainage infrastructure
- Asset condition monitoring and lifecycle planning
- Environmental compliance and regulatory reporting
- Emergency response and service continuity
- Capital works planning and infrastructure upgrades
State government entities are subject to stringent regulatory, audit, and policy requirements—including asset strategies, long-term financial plans, and asset performance reporting. They play a central role in enabling public services, protecting natural assets, and supporting state-wide resilience and growth.
Water utilities operate under strict regulatory frameworks, with a strong focus on public health, environmental protection, risk management, and long-term sustainability. They are funded through a mix of user charges, developer contributions, and government investment—balancing operational efficiency with infrastructure resilience and customer service.
Across Australia, water corporations vary in size and structure—ranging from large metropolitan providers to regional and rural authorities. Regardless of scale, the challenge remains the same: deliver reliable services while managing ageing infrastructure, climate variability, and increasing demand.
How we can help
At City of Assets, we work with water authorities and utilities to improve how they manage their infrastructure across the full asset lifecycle. Whether it’s building and refining asset registers, uplifting data quality, optimising maintenance strategies, or supporting the selection and implementation of EAM and ERP systems, we provide structured, practical support that aligns with regulatory obligations and business goals.
Since launching in September 2023, we’ve worked on multiple projects ranging from system reviews and business process mapping to procurement support and implementation readiness.
Education
Empowering Learning Through Smarter Systems
The education sector is one of the most asset-intensive industries in Australia, encompassing universities, TAFEs, schools, and research institutions. These organisations are responsible for managing large, diverse portfolios of infrastructure and assets that support learning, research, student life, and operations.
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Typical responsibilities include:
- Teaching and research facilities
- Student accommodation and support centres
- Libraries, laboratories, and specialised equipment
- Campus transport, roads, and parking
- Energy and utility infrastructure
- Digital infrastructure and ICT assets
- Long-term planning for capital investment and asset renewal
Education providers operate within complex regulatory and funding environments, often balancing tight budgets, compliance requirements, and rapidly evolving technology demands. Asset management plays a critical role in ensuring campuses remain functional, safe, sustainable, and fit for purpose—while supporting student outcomes and institutional goals.
How we can help
At City of Assets, we work with universities, TAFEs, and other education institutions to improve how they manage and invest in their assets. Our experience spans the full asset lifecycle—from strategy and planning to data improvement, system selection, and implementation.
Whether it’s building robust asset registers, aligning to capital works priorities, or supporting ERP and EAM system transitions, we bring the tools, structure, and expertise needed to help education providers operate with greater efficiency and confidence.
State Government
Strategic Planning for Sustainable State Growth
State and territory governments are the second tier of government in Australia, sitting between federal and local government. State agencies are responsible for managing a broad range of public services and infrastructure that serve whole-of-state outcomes—ranging from transport, health, and justice, to education, environment, and emergency management.
Asset-owning departments and agencies—such as Parks Victoria, VicRoads, NSW Health, and others—manage infrastructure that is often vast, diverse, and highly complex. These assets span built environments (offices, depots, and transport infrastructure), public facilities (hospitals, prisons, cultural venues), and natural or environmental assets (parks, forests, waterways).
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Typical responsibilities include:
- Natural resource and land management
- Road, rail, and transport infrastructure
- Public health, justice, and emergency services facilities
- Government buildings and precincts
- Environmental and cultural heritage assets
- Digital infrastructure and operational systems
- Capital planning and whole-of-government reporting
State government entities are subject to stringent regulatory, audit, and policy requirements—including asset strategies, long-term financial plans, and asset performance reporting. They play a central role in enabling public services, protecting natural assets, and supporting state-wide resilience and growth.
How we can help
At City of Assets, we work with asset-owning government agencies to improve how infrastructure and natural assets are planned, managed, and governed. We understand the unique challenges of the public sector—especially when portfolios span both built and environmental assets.
Whether you’re looking to enhance data quality, streamline business processes, procure the right ERP/EAM system, or strengthen asset governance, we offer structured, practical support tailored to your priorities and aligned with government expectations.
Environment & Natural Assets
Smarter Care for Natural Resources
Natural assets—such as parks, reserves, forests, waterways, and coastal areas—are critical to environmental health, biodiversity, and community wellbeing.
Managing these assets requires a balance of ecological stewardship, risk management, and long-term sustainability planning.
Asset management principles are increasingly being applied to green and natural infrastructure to support structured decision-making, investment planning, and integration with broader climate and sustainability strategies.
At City of Assets, we recognize the growing importance of managing natural assets with the same discipline applied to built infrastructure—ensuring they continue to deliver value for generations to come.
Other Industries
Strengthening Industries Through Better Planning
Asset management plays a vital role across a wide range of industries beyond local government, utilities, and education.
Sectors such as energy, ports and transport, healthcare, mining and resources, and regulatory bodies all manage extensive and complex asset portfolios that are critical to economic, environmental, and social outcomes.
These industries face unique challenges—whether it’s maintaining critical infrastructure, ensuring regulatory compliance, or managing the lifecycle of high-value physical assets in risk-intensive environments. From hospitals and power grids to mining operations and freight networks, structured asset management practices help improve service delivery, safety, and long-term investment planning.
At City of Assets, while we currently focus on public sector clients, we recognise the shared asset management principles that apply across industries—and we remain committed to advancing good practice wherever complex assets are at play.