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Collaboration builds age friendly communities
Six local governments in the Wheatbelt and Great Southern regions of Western Australia have co-operated to deliver an aged housing project spanning six shires and…
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Greening the city centre
Mackay Regional Council is rolling out an urban greening program as part of its city centre revitalisation project. A new “green wall” was installed recently…
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City of Subiaco puts on Sunday best
The rich retail history of the City of Subiaco’s town centre has been brought to life in vivid colour in a new nine-metre public artwork.…
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Growing steady
A joint initiative between Willoughby City Council and local residents is connecting neighbours and promoting community gardens. The Time to Grow Garden Share project in…
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SportsTurf can help you with sportsfields*
SportsTurf Consultants (Australia) P/L has joined the STRI Group and is now part of the largest sports surface consultancy and research business in the world.…
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No rules, no recipes
A cooking program hosted by Dorset Council in Tasmania is encouraging men to become confident in the kitchen. It takes a lot of courage to…
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Sculpting accessible art
Frankston City Council is building on its reputation for stunning beachside sculpture by implementing a new collection of public artworks. Since the first annual Sand…
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Land purchased for parks and reserves
The City of Gosnells in Western Australia places great value on the benefits of high quality public open space. The City recently comprehensively assessed the…
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A community of foodies
In remote South Australia, Roxby Council is ensuring its residents stay informed about healthy food choices. Council has successfully partnered with UnitingCare Wesley Country SA…
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Reconnecting river and community
Katherine Town Council is rejuvenating the area around the Katherine River and its Hot Springs. The genesis for the project came from the community and…
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Training brains at the library
A brain training program at Gunnedah Shire Council Library was initially aimed at older residents, but has expanded due to high demand. The regional New…
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Improving customer service
Coffs Harbour City Council is seeking to improve its customer service, by gaining direct input from the people it serves. The Council recently exhibited a…