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National development – is it too hard?
The Good Oil by Rod Brown* The Commonwealth Budget handed down in May was a mixed bag – it showed signs of coming to grips…
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Taking the initiative
In recognition of the increasing importance of the Local Government sector in the area of developing sustainable communities, Australia’s premier educational institution, the Australian National…
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Check out cogeneration
Cogeneration is a great way for Local Governments to reduce energy costs. Energy bills are a significant part of the running costs of any Council.…
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Help on the way for furry friends
Tasmanian Local Government is set to spearhead a campaign to reduce the State’s roadkill. Evan Boardman, Environment Resources Officer with the Local Government Association of…
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Back in the black
After running a budget deficit which peaked at just under $9 million in 1997, Whitehorse is now on track to achieve a balanced budget in…
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It’s the small details that really count
Few Melbourne residents would be unfamiliar with the area encompassed by the City of Whitehorse. Its name derives from one of Melbourne’s most well known…
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Listening to the community
A history of working with a number of organisations to improve the lives of Whitehorse residents, and a commitment to seeing positive change, brought Whitehorse…
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Undergrounding powerlines
One of metropolitan Melbourne’s main thoroughfares is being dramatically revamped with the removal of the characteristic blight of the Australian landscape &endash; overhead power lines.…
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Webbing Whitehorse
With a population where over 47 percent of people have internet access, and nearly 25 percent of the workforce are employed in the Information Technology…
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Award winning customer service
Whitehorse customer service staff can congratulate themselves after achieving a High Commendation in the State section of the Australian Customer Service Association’s Annual Awards. Entrants…
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Equity and access for all
Whitehorse is at the forefront of moves to remove barriers for people with a disability in their dealings with Council and, as far as possible,…
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Facilities for those who count
With one of the fastest growing ageing populations in Australia, Whitehorse is leading the way in providing an excellent quality of life for its older…
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