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Best practice in asset management
The eighth national Local Government Asset Management Conference was held in Melbourne in May. As well as attracting delegations from both Abu Dhabi and Dubai,…
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Pavement stabilisation*
Stabilising pavements with PolyCom Stabilising Aid delivers comparable results to traditional stabilising methods with regard to strength but also imparts a high degree of water…
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Refining the processing of asset data
ADAC provides asset management solutions – By Adam Hain*‘Asset management’ and ‘sustainability’ are words frequently heard in Local Government and public works organisations throughout Australia. The last decade has seen a general awakening…
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Budget consultation a first for Launceston
In a first for Tasmanian Local Government, Launceston residents were able to have their say on how Council’s budget should be shaped before being adopted.…
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Risk in an asset’s lifecycle – By John Hunter*
Risk and asset management commences during an asset’s pre acquisition lifecycle phase, that is the concept, design, procure, construct, commissioning and handover activities, rather than…
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Financial sustainability for coastal councils
Australia’s coastal councils are developing a policy framework aimed at achieving a sustainable future for the nation’s coastal environment and its communities. The policy is…
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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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