LG where democracy is born
"Local Government is the most accessible democratic institution we have," said Moira Rayner. "Ordinary people find it quite easy to participate, not just...
Recognising Native Title
While across Lake Burley Griffin the debate on Native Title was charting a rocky course, ALGA delegates at the National Convention Centre got...
What the politicians said
A snapshop of comments made by Federal Politicians during the Assembly. Acting Prime Minister, Tim Fischer Tim Fischer told delegates the...
Olympic campaign goes national
Following endorsement at the General Assembly, Councils across Australia have been invited to join a major fundraising initiative that will assist our Australian...
2000 Olympic Team support goes nation wide
A fundraising initiative, developed by Cairns City Council, is set to spread throughout Australia. The brainchild of Cairns Mayor, Councillor Tom Pyne, who...
MAV back to full power
In opening the recent Annual Session then President, Councillor Noel Bates, said this is the first opportunity, for some time, that a Councillor...
Editorial
During this month, Councils from around the nation will meet in Canberra for what has now become known as the 'Parliament of Local...
Tas software goes nationwide
A property management software system called Property Plus, designed by Brighton City Council in Tasmania, is set to be marketed Australia wide. ...
National Assembly takes on the big issues
The 4th National General Assembly of Local Government once again will provide a national profile for Local Government as representatives of Councils across...
National Heart Awards
Penrith City Council has won Best Overall Project in the Heart Foundation's Healthy Hearts Local Government National Awards. Sponsored by Medibank Private,...
Spread your wings in Knox
Based at the foothills of the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, the City of Knox has set its sights on becoming Victoria's premier community. Combining...
Public recycling launched
Called 'Think Blue', Knox City Council launched its new public place recycling program in October to representatives of community groups, local schools and...
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Drought for the Coorong
Coorong District Council’s Mayor has stated that it is time to acknowledge that the driest season ever on record in the Coorong district is...
