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Perth councils divided over Roe 8 project
Councils across metropolitan Perth are polarised over the announcement that Labor would not support the controversial Roe 8 development if elected in the forthcoming State…
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Local government leaders explore latest in innovation
Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) representatives and business executives dedicated to helping councils lift their productivity will soon embark on an international tour to…
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PM ducking responsibility on housing affordability
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull appears to be ducking responsibility on the issue of housing affordability, Local Government New South Wales (LGNSW) said today. LGNSW President…
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ALGWA slams Boroondara decision to not appoint MAV delegate
The Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) has slammed the City of Boroondara for its decision to not appoint a delegate to the Municipal Association…
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Queensland councils applaud recommendation for cleaner campaigns
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) has applauded the Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) for its recommendation that publicising allegations of corruption against candidates…
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South Australian communities value role of local government, report shows
New research has shown that South Australian residents value local government for wide-ranging roles and services. The report ‘Why Local Government Matters in South Australia’…
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Central Coast Mayor takes key role in Cradle Coast Authority
The Mayor of Tasmania’s Central Coast Council, Jan Bonde will take a key role in driving the direction and performance of the regional Cradle Coast…
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Students protect migratory shore birds
The NSW City of Canada Bay Mayor Helen McCaffrey has commended the efforts of Abbotsford Public School students who have provided the artwork for a…
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Public Policy in Action – National Reach, Local Delivery*
Local government lies at the heart of public policy that delivers public good. As the level of government closest to the people, local government is…
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Road funding reform must include local government says WSROC
The Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) has called for the Australian Government to review the way local roads are funded as part of…
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92 businesses participate in award winning project
Ninety-two businesses across New South Wales have signed up to participate in this coming year’s Free Cuppa for the Driver scheme. Twenty-three local councils are…
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Emergency housing a welcome early Christmas gift
Hot on the heels of a joint commitment from Isaac and the Central Highlands Regional Councils to advocate for better affordable housing, Aurizon has announced…
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