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Amalgamation discussions begin
The Tasmanian State Government has begun formal discussions with councils about voluntary amalgamations. Recently the Minister for Planning and Local Government, the Hon Peter Gutwein…
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Council climate change projects awarded funding
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) and the Office of Environment (OEH) have announced the successful recipients of the first round of funding to the Building Resilience…
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LGMA appoints new National CEO
President of Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA) National Mark Withers has announced the appointment of new CEO, Lauren Oakey. Formerly Manager Programs and Strategy, Ms…
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2014 Lake Macquarie International Children’s Games wrap up
The 2014 Lake Macquarie International Children’s Games have been full of fierce competition with athletes competing in football, swimming, sailing, athletics and water polo, as…
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Economic mission a success
Key economic leads for Tropical North Queensland including export opportunities and a potential aviation partnership have been identified during a regional leaders’ mission to China,…
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Regional Alliance established
The Shire Councils of Gingin, Dandaragan and Chittering all unanimously agreed to establish a Regional Alliance at their respective Council meetings in December. Recent Wheatbelt…
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Mayor calls for ACCC to investigate petrol prices
Greater Bendigo Mayor Peter Cox is encouraging the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to use new powers to conduct an investigation into fuel prices…
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FIFO, water and roads top Isaac Regional Council’s State priority list
A commitment to give Queenslanders a choice on where they live and work, as well as increased funding for important water and road infrastructure projects…
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Cessnock says goodbye to Samurai Blue
After a short stay for their pre-competition training camp, the Japan National Football Team’s visit with Cessnock City Council has come to an end. A…
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Councils pull together for communities
Councils across the Adelaide Hills face provided vital support to police and the South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) in efforts to bring bushfires under…
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LGNSW accused of living in the past
Hills Shire Mayor Councillor Andrew Jefferies has claimed Local Government NSW (LGNSW) have wasted taxpayers’ money in attempts to resist reform of the local government…
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Grass grows, mowing slows
Councils across Australia’s east coast are currently managing rapid grass growth after perfect growing conditions. The City of Gold Coast have put contractors on a…
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