News
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Editorial
When Ken Crossland, Partner in the UK Management Consultancy Division of Coopers & Lybrand, spoke at this year’s Institute of Municipal Management National Congress, he…
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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 Brad Matheson – President, Municipal Association of…
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Historic Centre depits everyday life
We have all marvelled at the opulent lifestyles depicted in grand heritage homes, but at Rosny Historic Centre in Tasmania’s City of Clarence it is…
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River pioneers’ history preserved
Swan Hill Rural City Council is to spend over $60,000 revamping one of the district’s premier tourist attractions. The popular Swan Hill Pioneer Settlement recreates…
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Young people and the future
Our management of the natural environment is the primary legacy we leave future generations. Muswellbrook Shire Council in NSW has given young people a say…
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Councils benefit from energy agreements
Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils (REROC) has taken advantage of the newly deregulated electricity market. Through an agreement with supplier, Great Southern Energy, the…
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Melbourne assists the homeless
With a widening gap between the rich and poor, a growing number of people are finding themselves without adequate shelter. This poses particular problems for…
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Tas community info
A statewide community information network to augment the work of Councils is the aim of a new initiative of Glenorchy City Council. Glenorchy has invited…
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Nature Reserve an educational experience
A partnership between Liverpool City Council and the local TAFE College has resulted in comprehensive signage to identify significant remnants of Cumberland Plain, in a…
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IT in Maternal and Child Health
Maternal and Child Health care has stepped into the new age through the innovative use of technology at the City of Whitehorse in Melbourne. Mayor…
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Partnerships in action
A Community Partnerships program at the City of Wyndham in Victoria has proved highly successful, with a number of projects completed ahead of expectations. The…
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Charting new waters in Community Services
Local Government Community Services staff and Councillors from across Australia will gather in Sydney in October for the 7th National Conference on Local Government and…
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