News
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ALGA freight initiative in need of government support
One of the ways that local government can play a leading role as a partner in enhancing Australia’s economy and lifting productivity is through improving…
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New stadium helps local economy
The City of Albany in Western Australia has welcomed a new AFL stadium, which will become the premier ground in the region. The ribbon has…
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Editorial
Our focus this month is on technology and how councils can improve digital practices. Increased connectivity is an obvious boon in many areas of our…
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Women step into local government leadership roles
On the eve of International Women’s Day, there’s cause for celebration when it comes to gender equity and local government leadership. It was announced last…
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Turning down the heat in Western Sydney
Over 90 stakeholders from across Western Sydney attended a forum yesterday to address one of the region’s burning issues – extreme heat. Specialists from across…
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Community led project wins planning award
Creating the GreenWay – the Inner West Council, has taken out the inaugural Greater Sydney Planning Award for Great Community Led Project. The GreenWay is…
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Council supports health challenge
Golden Plains Shire Council has teamed up with health promotion foundation VicHealth to urge local residents to sign up for the H30 Challenge and improve…
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LGAT defends as Treasurer blames councils for water and sewerage problems
Tasmanian Treasurer, Peter Gutwein announced yesterday in a speech to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA), that crucial infrastructure upgrades are required to…
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State leads petition for federal funding of kindergartens
Victorian children could be the losers if the Federal Government refuses to continue funding kindergartens. Despite evidence linking kinder attendance to improved student results in…
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Political compromise on amalgamations
The New South Wales Premier, Gladys Berejiklian announced yesterday regional council mergers still in dispute will not go ahead, however city mergers before the courts…
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New Local Government Minister for Queensland
In a cabinet reshuffle, a new Local Government Minister has been appointed in the Queensland Palaszczuk Government. Ferny Grove MP Mark Furner will take on…
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IPWEA showing councils the way to a brighter, smarter future*
LED street lights have been proven to halve energy bills, slash maintenance costs, create safer roads and improve public safety and community amenity – but…