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Children’s own library opens
Ipswich City Council, Queensland, will open the doors to its new dedicated children’s library and City administration building, known as 1 Nicholas Street, in the…
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Sustainable living festival
Clothes swaps, zero-waste cooking classes and a workshop on how to build a bee hotel were all part of Forever Fest – ‘a festival to…
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President’s comment – Councillor Linda Scott President Australian Local Government Association
As the world maps a recovery from COVID-19, communities are increasingly recognising the key role councils are playing in creating jobs and supporting local communities…
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Editorial
In 2012, the United Nations declared 4 May to be the official Anti-bullying Day. It is now recognised by many countries worldwide, including Australia, France,…
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Pathways for carers
The lockdowns caused by the COVID-19 epidemic have disadvantaged many with none feeling the effects more than the vast number of people who provide care…
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Leading the charge in EV uptake
The newest public electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Brunswick, Victoria, is attracting the highest number of charge sessions per month of any charging station…
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School awarded for going green
Penrith City Council, New South Wales, congratulates Oxley Park Public School on being recognised as a leader in sustainability. Last month the school became…
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Push for improved planning on wind farm developments
Moyne Shire Council’s push for an improved planning approach to renewable energy developments has received a boost after gaining support from the Municipal Association of…
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Support for verge gardens
City of Vincent, Western Australia, is helping to beautify local streetscapes one verge at a time. Vincent loves verges and values them as vital patches…
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Second biggest reseal program
Roads across the Western Downs, Queensland, are now safer thanks to the completion of Western Downs Regional Council’s annual reseal program. Council recently completed…
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Australian road recovery in 2021 using Australian made products*
Funding levels for road maintenance and construction need to be spent more wisely than ever before considering the recent Works situation due to COVID-19 and…
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Waterwise commitment recognised
In a Local Government first, City of Armadale, Western Australia, has been awarded ‘Gold Star’ status under the Waterwise Building Program for its management of…
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