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Editorial
The Morrison government discussion paper on the development of Australia’s Future Fuels Strategy released early this month, may spell a small windfall for councils. The…
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Renewable energy agreement delivers
Hawkesbury City Council, New South Wales, has taken a major step towards its goal of achieving net-zero emissions, with the signing of a long term…
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The benefits of wood in a circular economy*
A circular economy is a system that allows the added value in products to be kept for as long as possible and in which waste…
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Partnership program means zero food waste
A new initiative ‘Zero Waste Leura’ was launched in November at the village of Leura, Blue Mountains, New South Wales, to mark the start of…
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Safeguarding the coast from rising seas
Moreton Bay Regional Council, Queensland, is rising to the challenge of climate change by implementing a range of initiatives targeted at environmental resilience and sustainability.…
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Jetty reaches halfway
Construction on the new jetty at Esperance, Western Australia, has recently reached a significant milestone, with the completion the first (bent 39) of six bents…
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Random acts of kindness
Snowy Monaro Regional Council, New South Wales, Community Connections Groups celebrated the holiday season with a final ‘surprising’ community project to bring a tough year…
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Rethinking rural road management*
Attention road-makers – the time for change is here. With the Federal Government’s post-pandemic recovery package offering $200 million in infrastructure grants, regional and remote…
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Economic diversification report wins prestigious award
A report commissioned by Muswellbrook Shire Council recognising the importance of preparing for economic diversification in response to restructuring in coal and power generation, received…
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Shared memories create a picture
Hunter’s Hill Council, New South Wales, has entered an innovative partnership with Macquarie University and Touched by Olivia, a charity that connects with families through…
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Recycled water to help grow more trees
The world-leading project that uses waste water to irrigate Fraser Coast, Queensland, hardwood plantations, rather than ending up in the ocean, is about to grow…
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Locals embrace free Tai Chi
A happy group of North Queensland locals is loving Active8 Free Fitness Tai Chi classes at Rex Smeal Park, Douglas Shire. Up to 50 participants…
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