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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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Rate rebate saves heritage area
The fragile ecosystem of far north Queensland’s rainforests is receiving vital help in the form of Voluntary Conservation Agreements developed by the Johnstone Shire Council.…
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Chemical free centre
In May, Alice Springs Town Council, in conjunction with the Department of Lands, Planning and Environment and the Department of Business and Industry &endash; Work…
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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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Saved from falls
As part of its program to ensure older people in Whitehorse lead an active and full life, Council’s Community Care Department has undertaken an extensive…
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You’ll never walk alone
Whitehorse’s leafy streets of well kept gardens, peppered with parks and reserves, provide an ideal environment in which to take a healthy stroll. While walking…