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New website accessible for all
Digital accessibility for all, whether that be for people with disability, those who are ageing, or residents who are culturally and linguistically diverse, is the…
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Fending off the rate capping threat – President’s comment
Mayor Lorraine Rosenberg, President Local Government Association of South Australia Less than a year out from the March 2018 State Election, rate capping is the…
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NGA and Regional Forum wrap-up
If the huge amount of positive feedback we received was any guide, this year’s National General Assembly (NGA) and associated events were well received and,…
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Reconciliation effort rewarded
A walking trail in the Rural City of Wangaratta has won the top award for Indigenous reconciliation for Victorian local governments. The Bullawah Cultural Trail…
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Councils muster recycling pride
The District Council of Orroroo Carrieton in South Australia has taken out the top prize of the MobileMuster awards this year. The mobile phone industry’s…
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Letter to the editor
“Smart Cities…for everybody” Dear LG Focus, What a worthwhile experience it was last month, attending the National General Assembly in Canberra. Delegates from around Australia…
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Editorial
A discussion on the ground at the National General Assembly centred on the lack of female speakers on panels – particularly those focused on technology.…
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Building tomorrow
Smart tech and building liveable communities were key points on the agenda at the Australian Local Government (ALGA) 2017 National General Assembly in Canberra. A…
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Mayors learn smart lessons in Singapore
Efficient public transport, smart technology and innovation, and the delivery of cost effective civic services were just part of the lessons seven South East Queensland…
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Ban the bag in the west
A State-wide ban on single use plastic bags would reduce litter and contamination and has the support of the Local Government sector according to the…
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Councillors turn down large pay rise
The Mayor and Councillors of Liverpool City Council in metropolitan New South Wales are keeping their pay packets in check – rejecting a potential rise…
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Motor vehicle concessions remain
Councils in Western Australia (WA) have been given a reprieve with the State Government’s announcement that they will not stop the motor vehicle licensing concessions…
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