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Recognising Council’s high achievers – This month from South Australia
The City of Salisbury’s Healthy Communities Team consists of Healthy Communities Coordinator Cathie Graham and Healthy Communities Project Officer Jim Binder. They sit in the…
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Bark petitions still matter in West Arnhem Land
The flow-on effects of the Yirrkala bark petitions – the theme of NAIDOC week 2013 – remain relevant today, evidenced in the changing nature of…
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Tasmanian councils deliver excellence
Three Tasmanian councils have been recognised for their dedication to making a positive difference in their local communities at the Local Government Conference at Wrest…
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Don’t play renovation roulette
‘Betty’ the Asbestos Disease Research Institute (ADRI) House paid a special visit to Armidale as part of her maiden NSW regional tour to alert residents…
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Engaging children in decision-making
Melton City Council, together with several project partners, has developed an innovative resource for consulting with children. The Engaging Children in Decision Making Guide is…
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Making Randwick ‘dementia friendly’
Randwick City could soon become a little friendlier for people suffering from dementia under a potential partnership between Randwick City Council and Alzheimer’s Australia. Council…
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Councils oppose job provider decision
Cook Shire Council has thrown its full support behind Aurukun Shire Council in the fight to overturn a recent Federal Government decision to remove existing…
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Playground winning for Wollongong
The kids know Wollongong City Council’s regional playground at Thirroul is a winner and now everyone else does too, with the playground collecting the top…
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Helping older people live independently*
Calvary Silver Circle is a not for profit organisation providing care and support services to enable people to live independently in the comfort and security…
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Future Directions – Multi-agency pilot project lifts off
After three months of planning, the Patchwork pilot was recently launched across five councils in Victoria. Patchwork, a simple web application that promises to transform…
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Off to a swimming start
Twelve seniors have completed the Royal Life Saving Grey Medallion program at the Warringah Aquatic Centre and are now in a better position to help…
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New destination playground reflects Brisbane history*
Named in honour of one of Australia’s tennis greats, Ken Fletcher Park is the perfect place for a family day out, with picnic facilities, barbeques,…
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