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Victorian rate cap a short-term plan says MAV
The Victorian Government has announced annual rate rises for the State’s local councils will be capped at 2.5 percent. Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins said…
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Victorian councils continue fire relief efforts
After fires devastated communities along the Victorian surf coast over the Christmas period, local councils are spearheading relief efforts and encouraging residents to stay vigilant…
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Aboriginal Dot Art Workshop Success
The City of Melville recently strengthened its position on Aboriginal issues, reconciliation and diversity through a number of successful Aboriginal Dot Art Workshops. Held at…
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Creating Solar Towns
Mount Alexander Shire Council has welcomed the news that local community organisations in the area can apply for grants of up to $20,000 to install…
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Council advocates for affordable housing
The City of Casey is continuing to advocate to the State and Federal Governments for the provision of improved diverse and affordable housing to help…
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Broome agencies come together to tackle crime
The Shire of Broome’s Community Safety Working Group will meet again this month as it brings together key agencies to tackle issues of crime and…
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Experience of a front line fire fighter
Matthew Holland is a member of the Witchcliffe Bush Fire Brigade and captain of the Witchcliffe Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service. He was the winner…
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Peak industry body supports local council reforms
Local Government (LG) Professionals Australia, New South Wales (NSW) – the leading training and advisory association for local council professionals across NSW – says the…
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Fairfield City’s 900th citizenship ceremony
Fairfield City Council will hold its 900th citizenship ceremony as part of a special Australia Day Ceremony on Friday 22 January 2016. The first Australian…
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Fairfield City’s 900th citizenship ceremony
Fairfield City Council will hold its 900th citizenship ceremony as part of a special Australia Day Ceremony on Friday 22 January 2016. The first Australian…
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Building buffers to protect endangered species
Council and landholders combine to restore degraded bushland Landholders and Council are working together in a three-year project to conserve threatened flora and fauna in…
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Support for White Paper
Circular Head Mayor Daryl Quilliam and Waratah-Wynyard Mayor Robby Walsh have welcomed the release of a white paper on health reform. Both Mayors agree that…









