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For some time Local Government, through its peak body the Australian Local Government Association, has been arguing that it is best placed to bring hands…

Each edition we feature the views of a Local Government Association President. The following is from Councillor Peter Woods OAM President of the Local Government…

Although customer service has vastly improved, amalgamation, rationalisation and tendering all combine to put the squeeze on resources. But the latest radio communications technology now…

Tasmania’s Clarence City Council is the first in Australasia to implement an innovative set of software solutions in partnership with PriceWaterhouseCoopers, using the ‘best of…

Collection of recyclables is set to become much simpler with the introduction of new collection trucks designed by Victoria’s Brimbank City Council’s Fleet Manager, Barrie…

At least two Councils, Waverley in NSW and Moreland in Victoria, have taken steps to address concerns about genetically engineered (GE) food. Their efforts follow…

A recent meeting of the Council of Capital City Lord Mayors (CCCLM) resulted in agreement on a range of drug strategies. Meeting in Melbourne on…

At Tasmania’s recent Local Government Annual Conference delegates previewed a special Local Government History video. The video, commissioned by the Local Government Association of Tasmania,…

City of Wodonga’s Asset Management Officer, Jim Maher, has won the 1999 AFMA Fleet Manager of the Year Award. This prestigious award was presented last…

In the early 90’s new ground was broken at Mosman Council in the corporate planning arena with the development of its strategic and business plan…

The removal of dying trees can be an emotional issue despite the danger they represent to the community. Councils, responsible for public safety, walk a…

A simple plan to refurbish the Town Hall has led to a complete facelift for Whitemark, ‘capital’ of Flinders Island in Bass Strait. Having met…