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Airport upgrade flags growing regional economy
The official opening of the Orange Regional Airport has been welcomed as a sign of a growing regional economy. The $21.07 million Airport Expansion project…
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Photography exhbition celebrates refugees
As part of Refugee Week celebrations, Brimbank City Council in Victoria has launched a photography exhibition showcasing its high-achieving residents from refugee backgrounds. The exhibition,…
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MobileMuster winners announced at NGA
The national winners of the MobileMuster local government awards have been announced at the ALGA National General Assembly – top gongs went to the City…
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Federal opposition commits to FAG indexation restoration
On the final day of the ALGA National General Assembly, Labor has announced a commitment to restore the indexation freeze on Financial Assistance Grants (FAGs)…
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New look campaign to promote regional city living
Real-life testimonials tell the story of ‘Regional City Living’ in a new campaign launched today. The Evocities campaign – which encourages Sydneysiders to live, work…
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Mayor demands federal action on infrastructure
Redland City Mayor Karen Williams yesterday issued a strong message to Canberra on behalf of the people of South East Queensland – it’s time to…
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Tropical conference tackles resilience
A key theme of “Resilience in the Tropics” will underpin expert presentations and discussion when the second Future of Tropical Economies Conference (FTEC) is held…
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Survey reveals why councillors stand
A Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) survey of successfully elected councillors has revealed the most common reasons that motivated them to stand for council and…
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Terms of rate cap misleading, says MAV
The Municipal Association of Victoria has said ratepayers have been “misled” by the terms of the Victorian Government’s 2.5 percent rate rise cap, as individual…
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Mayors warn of looming crisis in outer suburbs
Mayors from outer suburbs around the country gathered in Canberra last week to vent their frustration at the piecemeal approach to infrastructure in our great…
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Traditional owners recognised on the eve of NAIDOC week
A hard fought battle has been resolved in Queensland, granting the Barada Barna people and Widi people official recognition as the traditional owners of their…
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Historic public mural to be conserved
City of Parramatta Council will conserve a significant mid-20th century public mural ahead of the demolition of the former Chambers building in Parramatta Square. The…










