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Storm-proofing Seymour River Bridge is long overdue
If I had a dollar for every time I saw the question, “Is the Seymour River Bridge open?” on social media, the upgrade to that…
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Three small changes making big differences in grand programs
Local government grant programs are designed to create community impact. Yet for many councils, the effectiveness of those programs is shaped less by intent and more by the processes that…
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Alice skating program a success
Free ice skating, packed programs and smiling faces have marked the end of a hugely successful school holiday program delivered through a partnership between Alice Springs Town Council, the Northern…
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Supporting Waverley
Councils across NSW are being encouraged to continue to provide direct support for the Waverley community in the wake of December’s devastating terrorist attack at Bondi. In the aftermath of…
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New deputy for Liverpool
Councillor Peter Harle has been elected Deputy Mayor of Liverpool City Council following the resignation of Cllr Dr Betty Green. Councillor Harle, who has served the office in the past,…
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Erosion reef wins awards
A West Australian-first coastal erosion research reef installed off C.Y. O’Connor Beach in 2022, reducing wave height and energy and blossoming into a thriving habitat, took out the 2025 WA…
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More rehabilitation works for Coffs
Scores of local flood-damaged roads will be improved after the City of Coffs Harbour determined to expand rehabilitation works. An initial program of stabilisation works had already been approved for…
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First-class Pump Track opens in Ballina
Ballina Shire Council is thrilled to announce the completion of the new Ballina Pump Track at Kingsford Smith Reserve in the heart of Ballina. Designed to national competition standards, the…
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Fraser Coast support announced
Fraser Coast Regional Council has renewed and expanded its support for three key emergency services – the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), LifeFlight, and local Rural Fire Brigades. At their…
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Council named among Australia’s most inclusive employers
Lake Macquarie City Council has become one of only two local government organisations in Australia included in a benchmark list of inclusive employers. The Diversity Council of Australia (DCA) added…
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New deputy in Griffith
Griffith City Council has elected Councillor Scott Groat as the new Deputy Mayor at the Ordinary Council Meeting held on Tuesday, 28 October 2025. Cr Groat will hold the position…