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Litter controls bring results
A concerted anti litter campaign combining education, guidance and enforcement, has won high praise for the City of Whittlesea from the Victorian Environment Protection Authority.…
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Revamp for industrial heritage site
Some of Australia’s earliest industrial history has been recaptured in an engineering project that combines heritage values, engineering skills and environmental management. Involving the City…
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Forward thinking asset management
Addressing delegates at the Innovations Session of the National Assembly of Local Government held in Canberra last year, John Howard from Tasmania’s Devonport City Council…
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A model for infrastructure planning
Wollongong Council has embarked upon an extensive planning process involving a multi million dollar development. Ultimately intended to house up to 60,000 people, it will…
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When ‘Fido’ has to go
Man’s best friend has proven to be an ongoing problem for Councils responsible for dealing with the public nuisance dogs can create. Considerable resources are…
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Moreland leads on governance
“Moreland Council is the government of Moreland and provides dynamic leadership for the diverse Moreland community,” says the current Mayor, Councillor Anthony Helou. Councillors elected…
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Language Link
In a city where almost one third of the population has a first language other than English, for local governments to be fully inclusive, communicating…
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Local constitutional convention a winner
“In November 1997, Moreland successfully staged the first Local Constitutional Convention in Australia,” said Councillor Andrew Rowe. As the debate about an Australian republic builds…
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Faith leaders work together
Moreland’s culturally rich community includes devout members of many religions. Their presence provides a supportive focal point for people from many different ethnic backgrounds. In…
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A rich cultural mix
Having the second highest level of ethnic diversity in Melbourne, Moreland’s Multicultural Strategy is of key importance in embracing its non English speaking peoples. This…
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Promoting a thriving arts community
At the southern end of Sydney Road Brunswick is a flourishing arts community. “Council supports the arts throughout Moreland, and now has a major role…
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Park provides an environmental experience
One of Moreland’s truly wonderful assets is its alternative energy park, CERES (the Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies). The Centre, also named…
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