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Portable potable water stations for free
Organisers of big community events to small-scale school fetes will be able to keep their patrons well and truly hydrated. In honour of National Water…
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Another council to phase out chemical weed products
Moreland Council has committed to phasing out glyphosate products, commonly used for weed management, by August 2021. Council’s previous use of glyphosate products – historically…
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Water testing laboratory opens
Mackay Regional Council, Queensland, has opened a new state of the art Water and Waste Scientific and Analytical Services laboratory. The $3 million project includes…
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Victoria’s Alpine clusters – The Good Oil by Rod Brown
The economic performance of Australia’s regions is a mixed bag – so it’s good to find one ticking along nicely. Victoria has three main snow…
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New name same message
Mildura Rural City Council, Victoria, has reiterated its commitment to stop family violence in the region by rebranding the annual White Ribbon Walk in a…
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Short stay rental reviewed
A report by the Western Australian Economics and Industry Standing Committee into Short-Term Rentals, released 29 September, recommending a standardised registration scheme for short stay…
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Bushfire appeal boosted by councillor’s donation
A community campaign to assist drought and bushfire affected residents in the east of the Armidale region, New South Wales, has been given a substantial…
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Three bin service reduces waste to landfill
Shire of Augusta Margaret River’, Western Australia, has successfully introduced a new three-bin kerbside collection service, halving the amount of waste residents are sending to…
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Grants based model boosts community groups
Shire of Mundaring, Western Australia, recently updated its youth services delivery to a grants based model that enables young people to be better supported. Community…
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Local government and reconciliation – President’s comment
As a peak body for the Victorian local government sector, the VLGA is known for its governance focused work, masterclasses, training and support for councillors…
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Towering symbol of a community’s strength
Once a utilitarian water tower, Chester Park water tower, Logan City, Queensland, is now a vibrant reminder of the courageous individuals that make their community…
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Water carting underway
Dubbo Regional Council, New South Wales, has commenced water carting operations to the village of Euchareena to provide potable water for its residents. Dubbo Regional…
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