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South Korea calls on Latrobe for assistance with safety
A request from Suwon City in South Korea for assistance to develop its community safety programs, and examine the preparedness of Suwon City for ‘Safe…
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National Roads Congress in Mildura very timely.
‘Roads to Recovery’ makes sustainable asset management practices absolutely vital Following the successful inaugural National Rural Roads Congress in Moree, last year, the 2001 Congress…
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Editorial
Addressing the National General Assembly of Local Government in Canberra last December, the Prime Minister, John Howard said that his message on behalf of the…
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President’s comment
Each edition features the views of a Local Government Association President. The following is from Cr Peter Woods OAM, President, Local Government Association NSW. New…
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One stop family and children’s centre for Nguiu
A Federal Government grant of $660,000 and recurrent funding of $275,000 per annum will see the development of this innovative centre. The centre is expected…
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Dalby comes up debt free ahead of schedule
Dalby Town Council achieved debt free status four months ahead of target when, on 31 August 1999, Council paid off its last loan. “A decision…
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Cross border float symbolises our Federation
Floats from many regional areas in Australia were a highlight of the colourful Centenary of Federation parade staged in Sydney on New Years Day. For…
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Vic ‘partnership’ teeters on the brink
Recent actions by the Victorian Government such as proposals for Best Value codes and setting up a Best Value Commission, and its decision to call…
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Sharing facilities and expertise at Maroochy
Maroochy Shire Council’s Information and Records Management service has been offered to external organisations. These include neighbouring Federal, State and Local Government organisations, as well…
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From cellar dwellers to the world’s most successful economy
The Good Oil by Rod Brown * Who am I? I am an OECD country that has notched up five straight years of ‘stunning’ economic…
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Bringing work to the local community
Many residents of Shellharbour work in the steel and manufacturing industries at Wollongong and Port Kembla. The recent downturn in these sectors has led Shellharbour…
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Improved water quality for Streaky Bay
The District Council of Streaky Bay in South Australia is very concerned about the quality of the water supply to the township. Situated on the…
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