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Making libraries hip again
Woollahra Council’s new public library in Sydney’s Double Bay recently celebrated its first birthday and has smashed all benchmarks – proving libraries are still relevant…
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New drinking water stations reduce waste*
The City of Ryde has installed ten new Aquafil drinking water stations as part of a recent Environmental Protection Authority ‘Waste Less, Recycle More’ Grant.…
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Playroom unites generations
An ‘Intergenerational Playroom’ in Bega Valley Shire Council in New South Wales is bringing pre-schoolers and the elderly together to play, learn and create. Smiles…
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Parkour space thrills local students
Blacktown City Council has become the first council in Western Sydney to build a Parkour-inspired play space. Developed in France, Parkour is a training discipline…
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Picture exhibition gets kids reading
A unique exhibition that promotes reading as a way of bringing families together has been launched at the Sir John Gorton library in Gannawarra Shire…
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One-stop volunteer shop
City of Nedlands in inner-west Perth facilitates a Volunteer Resource Centre, which acts as a one-stop information shop where people can discuss local volunteering roles…
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Future directions – By Sue Scrutton, Coordinator Arts and Cultural Development, Shire of East Pilbara
Living in a remote mining town can certainly limit arts and cultural opportunities, something that the Shire of East Pilbara is more than aware of.…
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Bicycle parking facilities*
Bicycle transport has become an increasingly popular choice for commuters and recreation enthusiasts. It is well understood that councils and residents enjoy significant environmental and…
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Nursery protects biodiversity
The City of Burnside’s biodiversity nursery is working hard to preserve biodiversity in the South Australian municipality and often trades plants with other councils. Tucked…
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Nature inspires new play space
Burdekin Shire Council in Queensland has found inspiration in nature for the design of a new playground that’s set to transform a popular Ayr park.…
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High Achievers – Kaylene Conrick, Chief Executive Officer Litchfield Council
After working across several Victorian local governments, Kaylene Conrick ventured to Litchfield Council in the Northern Territory, becoming its Chief Executive Officer in January last…
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Encouraging young tech-whizzes
Isaac Regional Council in central Queensland is encouraging the region’s young tech-savvy game changers. The council’s libraries are on the hunt for the next generation…
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