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Each edition we feature the views of a State Local Government Association President. The following is from Councillor Bill Bott, President New South Wales Shires…

“After setting a goal for change 12 months ago, we are definitely heading in the right direction,” said Councillor Brad Matheson, President of the Municipal…

1999 has been designated as the United Nation’s International Year of Older Persons (IYOP). The IYOP will provide an opportunity for government, business, the community…

Abseiling, plane flying lessons, roller blading, sea kayaking, South American dance, Tai Chi, bush walks, belly dancing and trails riding are not the activities you…

The recently launched City Plan for Victoria’s Stonnington City Council will build a combined future for the former inner urban municipalities of Malvern and Prahran.…

The New South Wales Local Government Association staged its Annual Conference at Coffs Harbour from 17-20 October. Attracting more than 600 delegates from across the…

Established in 1945, the prestigious Bluett Awards recognise the pioneering contribution to Local Government in New South Wales by Albert Bluett . Albert Bluett served…

The Two Way Radio Division of Motorola is offering its’ customers a new approach to financing their mobile business communications needs. By signing up to…

“A major advantage flowing from the increase of contracting out road maintenance is that Councils are no longer locked into the same old practices and…

Each Spring, Derwent Valley highlights its scenic attractions which help draw thousands of people to Tasmania. ‘Spring in the Valley Festival’, an initiative of Derwent…

A $4.2 million Centre celebrating one of the most significant events in Australia’s history was opened earlier this year. The Eureka Stockade Centre, developed by…

Victoria’s Surf Coast Shire has launched an innovative scheme to overcome seasonal variations in economic activity in the Shire and reduce local youth unemployment. Under…