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S.S. Dicky wreck immortalised
The rich history of an iron-hulled steamer, driven ashore during a cyclone in 1893, lives on in a new seaside park. Inspiring our youth and…
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New park welcomed
The new Paradise Recreation Plaza has been enthusiastically welcomed by families, BMX riders, skaters and community members since its opening in January this year. Campbelltown…
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Bathurst’s begonias on display
Bathurst’s historic Begonia House opened on Tuesday 19 March with the 2024 begonia display in full bloom. Bathurst Mayor Cr Jess Jennings said the Begonia…
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Push to build 12 houses in a year
A push to build 12 houses in 12 months, to make airfares fairer, and to improve Blackwater’s liveability are among the first targets of a…
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Hills shire expands e-waste recycling
The Hills Shire Council will trial an expansion of its E-Waste recycling program, doubling its frequency to twice a year. Every year, Council hosts an…
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Colourful revamp
The Dwellingup General Store has been revamped by new owners and includes an incredible mural by internationally-renowned Perth artist, Kyle Hughes-Odgers. The bold artwork is…
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Kerbside bin funding will curb waste sent to landfill
A national approach to kerbside recycling will help Australia’s 537 councils to reduce the five mega tonnes (MT) of waste sent to Australian landfills every…
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Light at the end of the heritage tunnel
Scenic Rim Regional Council has completed significant works at the heritage-listed Lahey’s Canungra Tramway Tunnel with more scheduled in coming months. The Tramway Tunnel project…
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Ramping up crime prevention
The City of South Perth is ramping up its crime prevention efforts with the recent acquisition of a state-of-the-art mobile CCTV trailer, aimed at enhancing…
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Busselton flying high for tourism
Busselton Margaret River Airport was abuzz with Jetstar’s inaugural flight service between Sydney and Busselton taking off on 26 March. The new direct flights between…
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New role for Luke Connell
Luke Connell is the new Director of Planning and Development at Baw Baw Shire Council. Over nearly 20 years, Luke has built a strong career…
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Heading up a culturally diverse agricultural area
This month Local Government Focus sits down with Griffith mayor Doug Curran. LG: Tell us about your area: what makes your council special or different?…
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