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Minister suspends Council
NSW Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig suspended the Clarence Valley Council for three months on Thursday 15 October. Mr Hoenig released a statement in…
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Local partnerships make a difference
In East Arnhem Land, looking after animals can mean covering some serious ground. The East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) area stretches across more than 33,000 square kilometres, encompassing communities and…
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Pool back from three year break
The Glenorchy War Memorial Pool has officially re-opened after a $7.5 million refurbishment. Glenorchy Mayor Sue Hickey said the reopening was an extremely important day for the community, with the…
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New CEO for Ararat
Ararat Rural City Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Phuong Au (pronounced foong ow) as its new Chief Executive Officer for a four-year term, starting 1 October 2026.…
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Disaster funding change scrapped
The Australian Local Government Association has welcomed the Government’s decision to scrap proposed changes to the current disaster recovery funding arrangements that would have seen the Commonwealth reduce its contribution…
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Shaping a more accessible Darwin
City of Darwin has appointed five community members to its Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee, with returning member Tiffany Brown appointed as Chair, bringing together a diverse range of lived…
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Marking and remembering
Nominations are now open for the 2027 Historical Markers Program at Georges River Council. This annual program recognises the heritage and identity of the Georges River. Launched in 2018, each…
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Thirty years of care
Thirty years after residents first joined with Blacktown City Council to care for local bushland, Bushcare volunteers are still pulling weeds, collecting native seed, restoring bushland and creating vital habitat…
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Loving an efficient home
Hornsby Shire residents are sharing their experiences of making their homes more comfortable and energy efficient as part of Hornsby Shire Council’s new Love Your Home video series. Featuring Cowan…
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Charity dinner attracts generosity
The Campbelltown community has once again demonstrated its generous spirit after $44,998.91 was raised at the Mayor’s Charity Gala Dinner to support local charity, The Blue Butterfly Institute. More than…
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Arts festival for Mandurah
Two well-known City of Mandurah locations will become giant canvases during this year’s Mandurah Arts Festival, with new murals set to transform public spaces in Coodanup and Madora Bay. Created…