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Nostalgia tourism is under-appreciated
Tourism is so important to many regional communities. In this context, nostalgia tourism has long been an economic driver in Europe, and now it’s taking…
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Locals employed for Hervey Bay project
Eight local companies have secured sub-contracts valued at about $12.2 million for goods and services needed during the construction of a new Hervey Bay City…
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Kingshott named new chairman
The Victorian Government has announced Steven Kingshott as the new Chairperson of the Victorian Local Government Grants Commission (VLGGC). Mr Kingshott has extensive experience across…
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The largest public works conference in Australasia set to thrive in Melbourne
The 2024 International Public Works Conference will be held from 29 April – 3 May in the bustling city of Melbourne. IPWEA Australasia, together with…
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Maitland has monopoly on fun
Maitland City Council has released a Maitland themed edition of Monopoly, featuring iconic landmarks and locations from across the Local Government Area. Players will buy,…
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Interim role for former first minister
Beyond Blue Deputy Chair Kate Carnell AO will assume the role of interim Chair for Beyond Blue following the appointment of incumbent Sam Mostyn AO…
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Group seeks to educate community
Community education, advocacy and collaboration with community and government organisations is the way to improve road safety outcomes according to the Safer Australian Roads and…
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Councils urged to apply for scheme
With 40 per cent of councils struggling to secure qualified urban and town planners, the Australian Local Government Association has welcomed the opening of applications…
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Marshall hands in his badge
Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall will draw his 20-year career in public office to a close next month, announcing he would be stepping down…
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Work begins on digital transformation at Redlands
The way customers interact with their council will be transformed with the rollout of an extensive, multi-year digital initiative by Redland City Council. The overhaul…
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Disaster ready funding shortfall
The Federal Government’s Disaster Ready Fund (DRF) is heavily oversubscribed and needs to be increased by at least $250 million per year to better protect…
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Celebrations as important library reopens
In October 2023 the Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) Ti Tree library was reopened to the public after being renovated. A celebration was held, with…
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