Editorial
Keynote speaker at the recent Local Government Association of Queensland Annual Conference, Michael Sandel, Professor of Government at Harvard University, spoke about the...
Coastal strategy for 1,000 kms
Australia's coastline is precious for its natural beauty, the amenity it provides and for the industries it supports, including aquaculture and tourism. ...
Managing native title in Local Government
The Mabo decision of the High Court and the introduction of the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) have significant ramifications for Local Government....
Building innovation into contracts
"A major advantage flowing from the increase of contracting out road maintenance is that Councils are no longer locked into the same old...
Benchmarking community services
The preliminary outcomes of a national project on benchmarking and best practice in Community Services and Community Development will be presented to the...
Putting Council on a business footing
As is happening around the nation, many Councils in Western Australia are moving down the path of a greater emphasis on competition. ...
Bringing Australians together
Following several years work, the 'Reconciliation: Working Together Conference', organised by Queensland's City of Mackay attracted over 1,000 participants. Organisers ensured the...
Low cost solution for remote communities
A submission made by the Northern Territory Department of Housing and Local Government to the United Nations 1998 Dubai International Award for Best...
Customer service rewarded
The City of Charles Sturt, formed with the amalgamation of Adelaide's Cities of Woodville Hindmarsh and Henley and Grange, is committed to best...
Working from home made easy
Councils now have the opportunity to save on overheads, amenities, parking provision and travel time wasted by providing the option of staff working...
Smallest municipality a national champion
Like many rural municipalities Murchison in Western Australia, population 210, has faced the cumulative problems that arise when changing conditions lead to dwindling...
A building for a new era
When Councils amalgamate, initially staff often need to be housed in a number of different locations. This is costly, time wasting and undermines...
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City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Cr Amos has questioned NSW State Government plans for the Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshore area.
“NSW Property Minister Steve Kamper...
