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WA regional telecommunications inquiry welcomed
The long-awaited in inquiry into regional telecommunications in Western Australia has been announced according to WALGA president Karen Chappel and CEO Nick Sloan. “We have…
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De-amalgamation proposal goes on display
NSW Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig has announced that the Cootamundra-Gundagai de-amalgamation proposal has now gone on public exhibition. “On Thursday, 28 March I…
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Ministers welcome inquiry
The long overdue parliamentary inquiry into local government sustainability is good news for the sector, its workers and the communities who rely on this critical…
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Queensland housing relief program expanded
Queensland’s Immediate Housing Relief for Families program has been expanded to include anyone at risk of homelessness. Housing and Local Government Minister Meaghan Scanlon said…
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Nostalgia tourism is under-appreciated
Tourism is so important to many regional communities. In this context, nostalgia tourism has long been an economic driver in Europe, and now it’s taking…
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Locals employed for Hervey Bay project
Eight local companies have secured sub-contracts valued at about $12.2 million for goods and services needed during the construction of a new Hervey Bay City…
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Kingshott named new chairman
The Victorian Government has announced Steven Kingshott as the new Chairperson of the Victorian Local Government Grants Commission (VLGGC). Mr Kingshott has extensive experience across…
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The largest public works conference in Australasia set to thrive in Melbourne
The 2024 International Public Works Conference will be held from 29 April – 3 May in the bustling city of Melbourne. IPWEA Australasia, together with…
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Maitland has monopoly on fun
Maitland City Council has released a Maitland themed edition of Monopoly, featuring iconic landmarks and locations from across the Local Government Area. Players will buy,…
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Interim role for former first minister
Beyond Blue Deputy Chair Kate Carnell AO will assume the role of interim Chair for Beyond Blue following the appointment of incumbent Sam Mostyn AO…
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Group seeks to educate community
Community education, advocacy and collaboration with community and government organisations is the way to improve road safety outcomes according to the Safer Australian Roads and…
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Councils urged to apply for scheme
With 40 per cent of councils struggling to secure qualified urban and town planners, the Australian Local Government Association has welcomed the opening of applications…
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