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Best practice in health and safety
Manningham City Council’s comprehensive Staff Induction Program and Manual, developed for its Aged and Disability Service, has brought widespread benefits for both staff and clients.…
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National standard for local laws
‘But I did not realise I could not leave my car here. The rules are different where I come from!’ This common response to Parking…
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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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NT reform agenda
Local Government in the Northern Territory is poised for a change in direction. The first of a series of workshops for Councils on the proposed…
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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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