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  • New Darwin Council sworn in

    New Darwin Council sworn in

    Councillor Patrik Ralph, who has recently turned 22, is the youngest Deputy Lord Mayor and elected member in Darwin’s history and one of six councillors…

  • Narrabri Shire’s newest councillor

    Narrabri Shire’s newest councillor

    Ryan Whillas has been elected as Narrabri Shire’s newest councillor following the 2025 Narrabri Shire Council Countback Election yesterday. Narrabri Shire Mayor Darrell Tiemens is…

  • Learning to leave a legacy

    Learning to leave a legacy

    More than 500 delegates from across Western Australia have taken part in this year’s WALGA’s 2025 Local Government Convention (LGC25) at the Perth Convention and…

  • Councils driving Circular Economy innovation

    Councils driving Circular Economy innovation

    Local government sits at the heart of Australia’s circular economy transition, shaping the systems that most directly impact communities. At this year’s Waste Expo Australia…

  • Working together on a successful trail

    Working together on a successful trail

    Alexandrina Council and Langhorne Creek industry groups are thrilled to announce they have secured $7 million from the Australian Government to make the Langhorne Creek…

  • Grigg steps in

    Grigg steps in

    Councillor Colin Grigg will serve as Deputy Mayor for Lake Macquarie for the next 12 months after being elected late last month. Lake Macquarie Mayor…

  • Safe haven for sea creatures

    Safe haven for sea creatures

    An unusual sighting of a fish species normally found in deeper water has helped demonstrate the appeal of Port Coogee Marina as a safe harbour…

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  • First female mayor for Cassowary Coast

    First female mayor for Cassowary Coast

    Cassowary Coast Regional Council has welcomed the region’s first female Mayor Teresa Millwood following the Queensland Local Government elections late last month. The council has…

  • Pilings adding foundations for Lake Pontoon

    Pilings adding foundations for Lake Pontoon

    Piling works for the Lake Boga Floating Pontoon has began in mid March, marking a significant milestone in the renovation project. Swan Hill Council Director…

  • Pennisi is out

    Pennisi is out

    Southern Downs Mayor Vic Pennisi was not returned following the 2024 Local Government Election but was full of gratitude and thanks following his election loss…

  • Having a ball quite the tradition at the Hill

    Having a ball quite the tradition at the Hill

    Nominations are now open for young ladies looking to make their debut at this year’s Broken Hill Civic Ball. The Civic Ball is one of…

  • Community safety a priority

    Community safety a priority

    Town of Claremont’s Community Safety Officers play a valuable role in the community and help to provide a safe environment for all residents and visitors…

  • Centre a boon for tourism

    Centre a boon for tourism

    Lachlan Shire Council has a new and improved Freight Logistics and Visitors Information Centre, located in the “Utes in the Paddock” precinct Condobolin. Opened in…

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  • New Darwin Council sworn in

    New Darwin Council sworn in

    Councillor Patrik Ralph, who has recently turned 22, is the youngest Deputy Lord Mayor and elected member in Darwin’s history and one of six councillors…

  • The final piece: A park revitalised and a landmark saved

    The final piece: A park revitalised and a landmark saved

    In October 2022, the Shire of Merredin held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to re-open Pioneer Park in the heart of town. This space underwent significant works…

  • Why Great Councils still miss out on grant funding – and how to fix it

    Why Great Councils still miss out on grant funding – and how to fix it

    Every council knows the frustration: dedicated teams invest time and effort into a grant application, only to fall short. It isn’t always about merit. Strong…

  • Narrabri Shire’s newest councillor

    Narrabri Shire’s newest councillor

    Ryan Whillas has been elected as Narrabri Shire’s newest councillor following the 2025 Narrabri Shire Council Countback Election yesterday. Narrabri Shire Mayor Darrell Tiemens is…

  • Learning to leave a legacy

    Learning to leave a legacy

    More than 500 delegates from across Western Australia have taken part in this year’s WALGA’s 2025 Local Government Convention (LGC25) at the Perth Convention and…

  • Councils driving Circular Economy innovation

    Councils driving Circular Economy innovation

    Local government sits at the heart of Australia’s circular economy transition, shaping the systems that most directly impact communities. At this year’s Waste Expo Australia…

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