News
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Editorial
With the Federal Government’s recent backdown on trialing alternatives to prohibition and criminal sanctions when dealing with illicit drug use, Local Government has once again…
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President’s comment
Each edition we feature the views of a State Local Government Association President. The following is from Councillor Tom Pyne, President Local Government Association of…
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Family friendly city centre
Public water features in cities and towns soften the built environment. They also provide inviting and restful oases in what can sometimes be harsh surrounds…
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White ribbons say thank you
Acknowledgment of the debt we owe the people who carry out the stressful, sad, and unsavoury work of dealing with road accidents saw thousands of…
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Award for youth program
The difficulties facing youth in small towns and remote areas are well documented. Lack of employment opportunities and facilities can easily lead to alcohol and…
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Marion wins KESAB Award
In the face of some strong competition, the City of Marion took out the 1998 Keep South Australia Beautiful (KESAB) Metropolitan Council of the Year…
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Wetland an environmental asset
Construction of a 1.8 hectare, $1.7 million wetland project in the City of Marion will provide far reaching benefits for the entire south western region…
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Scholarships a two way benefit
Scholarships provided by Toowoomba City Council offer an income supplement and work experience for tertiary students as well as produce valuable work for Council. Each…
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How to prevent computer related strain
Mitch Mitchell & Associates have just released WorkPace, an advanced software package for the prevention and rehabilitation of Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS)**. The WorkPace software…
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Message from the Minister
Welcome to the first issue of National Perspective for 1999. I hope that you had a safe and enjoyable festive season and you are looking…
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Regional workshops to identify and address local government issues
‘Partners in Youth Crime … Prevention’, a manual produced by Ashfield City Council in NSW, and distributed to all Councils in the State, has earned…
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1999 – a watershed for Local Government?
This year will undoubtedly be vital for Local Government across Australia. Not only is it the final countdown to 1 January 2000, with Councils and…
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