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Tweed residents gunking up wastewater
Tweed Shire Council is urging residents to rethink what they flush down the toilet and pour down the drain, after revealing that crews remove around…
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Unit demolished as Ipswich flood recovery continues
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has welcomed the demolition of Mihi Grove, a flood-hit 42-unit complex in Brassall purchased as part of the Queensland and Australian…
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Fraser adopts tree
The Fraser Coast now has an official tree, with Council today adopting the Kauri Pine as a symbol of the region’s culture, history and natural…
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Fraser adopts tree
The Fraser Coast now has an official tree, with Council today adopting the Kauri Pine as a symbol of the region’s culture, history and natural…
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Council take on much-loved garden
Glenorchy City Council will take on the administration of the Chigwell Community Garden, securing the future of the much-loved community space and supporting continued shared…
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Fuel prices hurt country LGAs
The fuel crisis is hitting remote, rural and regional communities hard, with farmers, freight carriers, tourism operators and local government all expressing concerns about the…
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Navigating grants
How Administrative Complexity Is Eroding One of Local Government’s Most Powerful Tools Local government grants exist to create impact in communities. Yet across the sector,…
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Looking to the future
Flinders Lane will be abuzz for two days this month with Townsville Youth Council – supported by Townsville City Council – set to deliver a…
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WA leads the way as people to the regions
Ten million people now call regional Australia home, and Western Australia is leading the way with its regional population growing faster than the cities, according…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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Sewer grant sought
Fraser Coast Regional Council will seek Queensland Government funding for two major water and sewerage projects with capacity to support more than 11,000 new homes…
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Mayors call for waste levy
Mayors across NSW have called for waste levy to soften the blow of fuel price increases. More than 60 Councils from across NSW have issued…
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Lismore four years on
Four years on: How Lismore is building back and setting a national benchmark. When the 2022 flood inundated Lismore, it was not simply another extreme…
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A golden celebration
Cockburn Libraries will mark a major milestone in 2026 – 50 years of serving, supporting and connecting the community. Spearwood Library opened its doors on…
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Local Governments vital for fuel supply
Fuel supply constraints and rising costs are putting councils and communities under increasing pressure across Australia, with implications for essential services and community infrastructure. The…
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Nathan Daniell elected Mayor of Adelaide Hills Council
Adelaide Hills Council is pleased to advise that Nathan Daniell has formally been elected Mayor following confirmation of results from the supplementary election. Mr Daniell…
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Community mourns beloved former mayor
The NSW local government sector is deeply saddened by the passing of former Lismore Mayor Jenny Dowell OAM, a widely respected and much-loved leader who…
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New-look reserve reopens
Toongabbie’s Sue Savage Reserve has reopened after a $4 million upgrade featuring a new skate park, BMX pump track, fitness equipment, an amenity building, park…
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Temora address housing shortage in tiny hamlet
Proposed Ariah Park Village Subdivision to Address Housing Shortage – Lots from $90-000 to $110,000 in the small picturesque hamlet. Temora Shire Council is investigating…
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Douglas Shire seeks renewal
Creative store opens in Mossman through empty spaces program. A new store and community art space has opened in Mossman thanks to a program designed…