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Population growth – challenges for councils across Australia
Local Governments right across Australia continue to bear the brunt of high population growth as a major think tank has revealed that Australia will face…
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‘Bellofoodbox’ a winner for Bellingen
A project that aims to provide fresh, local produce to nearby communities and to foster sustainable agricultural practices has received a financial boost from Bellingen…
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Cultural awards for Hurstville City Council
Hurstville’s efforts to become an artistic and cultural hub have been given a tick of approval with a series of awards at the Local Government…
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Combining health and community care
A $3.6 million community centre in central New South Wales is now regarded as a model for the future delivery of health services and its…
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Beware the bolting regions – The Good Oil by Rod Brown*
The Good Oil by Rod Brown* The Grattan Institute has just released a report recommending that governments should tilt funding towards fast growing regions. Titled…
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MAV conference attracts international interest
A Melbourne based conference on asset management in Local Government has received attention from across the Middle East for its progressive and innovative ideas. Two…
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Stimulus package to help spark Townsville CBD
Townsville City Council is now targeting investment and job creation in the city with a package of economic incentives to drive new commercial development in…
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Plan to create a greener city centre for Hobart
Hobart could be further greened under an ambitious new plan for the city centre. More trees and green areas are slated for Hobart under an…
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Councillor Profiles
This month we feature two councillors from Western Australia. Mayor Logan Howlett, City of Cockburn, Western Australia Q. How long have you been on Council?…
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Launceston Aquatic Facility combines best of heritage and environment
Employing world’s best practice principles for heritage and sustainable design, the Launceston Aquatic facility provides a much loved health and recreation environment for Launceston residents…
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Return of planning powers in NSW
The decision by the NSW Government to return over 60 developments to Local Governments has been welcomed by Local Government Associations, councils and planners. The…
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