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Excellence in environment management in NSW
In December last year, Blue Mountains City Council took out three Awards at the Local Government and Shires Association (LGSA) Environment Awards. These annual awards…
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REROC Councils join forces to solve and save
It is estimated that the Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils (REROC) has saved its 12 member Councils about $5 million in the course of…
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OHS excellence in Bankstown
Lost time injuries (LTI) have declined from 47 in 1999 to 30 in 2004 at Bankstown City Council in New South Wales, partly due to…
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Performance management software goes online*
Performance management software online is set to revolutionise staff appraisal and development processes in the Local Government sector. Melbourne based human capital specialist, IXP3, says…
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Frankston CEO accepts South African assignment
In January, Frankston City Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Steve Gawler, began a five week assignment in South Africa to assist in the delivery of Local…
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Australia’s most wanted staff *
Each quarter Hays produces a Quarterly Forecast to target candidate hotspots and present market commentary. Along with our own extensive experience, this data is based…
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Measuring morale through organisational climate surveys
By Sue Loukomitis * The link between a workforce with high morale and good results are plain for all to see. A workforce that is…
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UNE Partnerships – Powering up Local Governments’ skill base
Powering up Local Governments’ skill base UNE Partnerships leads the field in professional and vocational training and development. It is a Registered Training Organisation offering…
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Future directions in HR management
An interview with Erica Goodsir, Corporate Development Manager, at Pittwater Council in NSW. Erica Goodsir believes that Local Government faces many challenges particularly in the…
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Perth recognised in Prime Minister’s awards
Having staff closely involved in the business planning process is a key factor in the success of the City of Perth’s corporate knowledge program. This…
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Leading people to the highest levels of commitment *
Finally, a Leadership Workshop for you and the people you lead! Create One has partnered with Maximum Impact Inc of Atlanta Georgia to bring Developing…
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Average salary increases and staff retention
The historic salary gap between Local Government and the private sector has been steadily closing. This finding is based on the remuneration database of Mercer…




