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“We want our Council to take on sustainability and triple bottom line…but where do we start?”
by Andrew Wales * Sustainability, triple bottom line and state of the environment reporting – these terms are moving quickly into the everyday vocabulary of…
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Lifestyle and opportunity
Maroochy Shire is the largest and most central area of the Sunshine Coast. Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Northern New South Wales are within easy…
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Thriving local economy
Maroochy Shire is the holiday destination for people who are attracted to this region’s beautiful landscape, climate and lifestyle. As one of Australia’s premier tourist…
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Councillors use 13 point plan to drive Maroochy forward
It’s an exciting time and a new era for Maroochy Shire as the community welcomes a new Council and Mayor who will guide the Shire…
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Focusing on the long term health of the Maroochy River
A major issue faced by not only Council but also the Maroochy community is the long term water quality and overall health of the Maroochy…
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Improving water quality
The Maroochy River pilot will provide an integrated and comprehensive approach to water quality improvement that is measurable and which can be used as a…
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Creating a long term vision for the Shire
Maroochy is poised at a critical point on its path to the future. There has never been a more important time to shape the Shire…
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Maroochy Shire initiates Sea Change Summit
Following a number of years of growth and development on the Sunshine Coast, and indeed many similar coastal areas around Australia, Maroochy Shire Council is…
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New planning framework goes out for consultation
The gloves come off as ALGA fights to protect the planning role of Councils and third party appeals A nationwide consultation program was rolled out…
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Editorial
The recent six to one decision by the High Court to deny Local Governments the right to rate communications giants Telstra and Optus is a…
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President’s Comments
In each edition we feature the views of a Local Government Association President. The following is from Councillor Clive Robartson, President of the Western Australian…
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Inquiry into New South Wales Council Elections
The New South Wales Local Government and Shires Association is holding an inquiry into the conduct of the 2004 Local Government State Electoral Office elections…
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