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Editorial
The September issue of Local Government Focus contains, amongst many other things, our inaugural letters page; (page 14) the beginning of a conversation with our…
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President’s Comment – Local Excellence Panel to provide insight into the future for local government
President’s Comment In each edition we feature the views of a Local Government Association president. Our September issue features a comment from Mayor Kym McHugh,…
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Local government powerless? – The Good Oil by Rod Brown
Associate Professor Paul Collits, from Southern Cross University in New South Wales, has prepared a thought provoking paper titled ‘Is there a regional Australia, and…
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Councillor profiles – Local Government Focus
Mayor Sue Doherty, South Perth City Council, Western Australia As an active participant in the life of our community, I was approached to consider running…
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Recognising local government’s high achievers
Jenny Scicluna, Manager Community Services, Maroondah City Council, Victoria Maroondah City Councillor Natalie Thomas nominated Jenny Scicluna, Manager Community Services, for a number of reasons,…
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Have your say… Letters to the editor
Dear Editor, It is always rewarding to read Local Government Focus to see what other municipalities are doing about energy, the root of all economic…
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CPA Australia – the path to developing your career!*
Randwick Council manager – Mitchel Woods, CPA has been named Young Financial Manager of the Year. Randwick City Council’s Finance Manager Mitchel Woods has proven…
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Corporate Profile welcomes spring*
Spring is in the air and it’s time to enjoy the sunshine and carnival season. You will want to look your best and now’s the…
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Councils combat Carbon Tax
July 1st has come and gone and, nearly a month into the new carbon economy, the impact seems to be somewhat less dramatic than anticipated.…
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Editorial
This, the August issue of Local Government Focus, incorporates our feature on Community Services, Leisure, Park & Gardens, and the sheer volume and diversity of…
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President’s Comment – Getting the best for the community should not be misinterpreted
President’s Comment In each edition we feature the views of a Local Government Association president. Our August issue features a comment from Councillor Troy Pickard,…
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Volunteers caring for elderly
Most councils in Australia appreciate the vital role volunteers play in their communities, with many giving tirelessly of their time and energy across a range…
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