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Weed detection a learning moment
A new sighting of the highly invasive State Priority Weed orange hawkweed was received, confirmed and treated in the same day by Snowy Monaro Regional…
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Remembering former Paramatta Lord Mayor
The City of Parramatta recognises the contribution and lasting legacy of former Lord Mayor Councillor Paul Barber. Mr Barber was raised in East Parramatta, educated…
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Swan Hill stalwart John Fowler mourned
Swan Hill Rural City Council and Swan Hill Town Hall PACC have been deeply saddened by the passing of their esteemed former colleague, John Fowler.…
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Grant for Leeton housing
Leeton Shire Council is delighted to announce its successful bid for a $220,000 grant from the NSW Government, earmarked for the development of an Integrated…
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Clarence Town recognised as future growth area in the Hunter
Clarence Town has been recognised by the NSW State government as a regional town primed for growth with Dungog Shire Council successfully lobbying for a…
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Still a lot to do
Local councils and communities can be proud of the close to 90 per cent of passenger, bus and truck tyres the nation recovers according to…
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From refugee to mayor of City of Maribyrnong
The City of Maribyrnong is home to a diverse, growing, and ever-changing population located in the inner west of Melbourne. Our city has one of…
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ALGA welcome inquiry
A new House of Representatives Standing Committee inquiry into local government sustainability has been welcomed by the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA). With additional responsibilities…
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Logan job recovery underway
The City of Logan has turned around one of the most enduring impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic with the latest unemployment figures showing a promising…
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Disaster agreement funding for Northern Coast councils
Councils in the Northern Rivers of NSW should have faster access to funding aimed at making it easier to rebuild vital roads and infrastructure after…
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Penrith mayor in the kitchen for party
Penrith Community Kitchens has been chosen by Mayor Todd Carney the charity to this year’s Mayoral Charity Fundraiser is set to support. Penrith Community Kitchen…
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Liverpool Plains mayor
This month Local Government Focus caught up with Liverpool Plains Shire Mayor, Councillor Doug Hawkins OAM. LG: Thank you for chatting with us Mayor Hawkins,…
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