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Credit checks reduce procurement risk*
By Rob Cook Local governments procure goods and services from a range of suppliers. Through their selection, these suppliers form an integral part of the…
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Better living starts at work
AlburyCity in New South Wales encourages a holistic approach to staff wellbeing – including walks, workshops and health checks. Gravel crunches softly underfoot as the…
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High Achievers – Community and Home Support Team South Gippsland Shire Council
South Gippsland Shire Council’s Community and Home Support Team is helping older and less-able residents to maintain independence within their own homes. Like many regional…
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High Achievers – Kathy Parton Manager Community Wellbeing, Knox City Council
As Manager of Community Wellbeing at Knox City Council, Kathy Parton has helped implement a wide range of social and health initiatives and put Council…
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Intensive consultation strengthens planning
The City of South Perth has undertaken a planning project to renew the South Perth Station Precinct (SPSP) involving intensive consultation with the community and…
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Asking community R U OK?
Glenorchy City Council in Tasmania is working with the community to understand the importance of mental health. Council was involved in two events this year…
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Creating a safe space at events
Cessnock City Council is teaming up with Ability Links NSW to roll out an inclusive tent to provide locals with a place for time out…
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Councillor profiles – Mayor Martyn Evans Derwent Valley Council
Lure of the riverI’ve been a resident of the Derwent Valley for about three decades now. The lifestyle and the community connectedness of a diverse…
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Councillor profiles – Mayor Jan Bonde Central Coast Council
Rich agricultural landsThe Central Coast municipal area is set in the heart of the northwest coast of Tasmania, spanning an area of 932 square kilometres,…
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New home for local artists
The brand new Fleurieu Arthouse in the City of Onkaparinga in South Australia is providing local artists with the support they need to create and…
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Kicking goals for young people
The Shire of Broome in Western Australia has secured funding to continue a sports program for disadvantaged kids. Council has secured $20,000 from the Department…
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Village green accessible for all
The grass has never looked greener for elderly residents in Meander Valley Council in northern Tasmania. Phyllis Ingamells has lived in Westbury for most of…
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