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Events boost local economy
Broome’s normal seasonal tourism calendar has been turned upside down in 2020 – with the local Shire in Western Australia playing a key role in…
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Liverpool recognised globally as city of innovation
Liverpool, New South Wales, has been recognised on the world stage as it joins a select group of 20 global innovation precincts through the Global…
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New look congress
Last week’s Special Local Roads and Transport Congress was a triumph – both in technological terms and the extent to which vital and pressing issues…
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Councils support campaign for respect
All 79 Victorian councils will this year join 18 NGOs in supporting Respect Victoria to deliver its Respect Women: ‘Call It Out’ campaign, 25 November…
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Red Bench Relay the first steps in 16 days of activism
United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, has kicked off in Queensland with LGAQ staff out early to walk against domestic and family…
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Diversity wins in Victoria
All votes are in and the tallies declared in the recent Victorian Local Government election, with diversity the clear winner across the state. Municipal Association…
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Celebrating NAIDOC week
NAIDOC Week kicked off yesterday, 8 November with celebrations and ceremony across the country. Usually held each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements…
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Before we forget, Drought*
Decades ago the Colyer family, the founders of Abberfield Industries, established a weekend vineyard, with water security ensured by three dams, a bore and a…
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Flexibility and innovation in design for effective erosion control*
In construction projects, particularly water drainage, public works and community infrastructure, it is expected that controls are used to manage the impact of erosion. Australian…
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Reflect. Respect. Celebrate on Australia Day 2021*
In 2020, the National Australia Day Council (NADC) launched a new campaign, The Story of Australia, calling on Australians to reflect, respect and celebrate on…
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One-size does not fit all*
Bespoke stormwater solutions are making our cities more resilient. As urban landscapes continue to grow, there has been an increased focus on developing sustainable infrastructure solutions. …
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Building a way to economic recovery
City of Armadale, Western Australia, continues to play a critical role in stimulating local economic development through its proactive infrastructure program. The program will deliver…