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High Achievers – Ash Field Media Communications Officer, Alice Springs Town Council
Ash Field was working in digital marketing in Melbourne when he decided to make the leap to Alice Springs two years ago. Mr Field initially…
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Energy and Housing – flash points for the next electionn – The Good Oil by Rod Brown
Having bought its way out of trouble on schools funding, the Turnbull Government now faces big problems on energy security and affordable housing. The combined…
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Anzac spirit honoured
The Shire of York in Western Australia has proudly unveiled new works to honour the Shire’s strong Anzac association. Federal Member for Pearce and Minister…
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Tyres become sports surfaces*
Given that Australia generates the equivalent of 51 million used passenger car tyres every year one would think that the challenge of sustainably dealing with…
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Steering the way to inclusivity
An all-abilities boat has helped steer a Surf Coast Shire Council playground to become more accessible and inclusive. Lions Park Playground in the Great Ocean…
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Disruptive technology shatters road maintenance myth*
For most engineers the use of clay type or other unsuitable materials on unsealed roads is unthinkable due to loss of strength when wet conditions…
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Beast of a skate park
The Shire of Harvey in southwest Western Australia recently launched a new skate park, which was brought to life after extensive community consultation. After a…
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In pursuit of prosperity: local government and economic development*
By Sasha Lennon, Director SC Lennon & Associates Local government is an important contributor to economic development. While business and industry drives economic activity and…
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Resilient structure reduces dune impact*
Previously, multiple trodden pathways criss-crossed the sand dunes between Braziers Road and the Yanchep lagoon beach, Western Australia. As beach goers accessed and left an…
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Cultural hub on the cards for Barossa
The Barossa Council in South Australia is exploring the feasibility of a new cultural hub to act as a major tourism driver for the region.…
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New playgrounds for stronger communities
Federation Council in New South Wales is directing an unprecedented level of funding towards community spaces and playgrounds. Local families and visitors will benefit from…
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Iconic facelift for mobile library
Featuring iconic images of the Snowy Mountains, the Snowy Monaro Regional Council mobile library has a received a much needed facelift. The new look mobile…
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