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Be recognised for your hard work – Enter the 2011 National Awards for Local Government
The National Awards for Local Government recognise, reward and promote the innovative work of Local Governments across Australia. The National Awards are an important component…
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Sunrise Trade Network: an opportunity for local councils – The Good Oil by Rod Brown*
Over the last year, US and Aussie members of our Cockatoo Network have developed a platform to link collaborative organisations and individuals around the world.…
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New look Heart Foundation awards opening soon*
The Heart FoundationÃs awards for Local Government take on a new look this year, with the Heart Foundation Healthy Community Awards opening soon. Since 1992…
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Councillor Profiles
Q. How long have you been on Council? As of this month, I have served seven years on Council, the last three as Mayor and…
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On the road to a safer Logan
Logan City Council recently reaffirmed its commitment to reducing accidents on local roads. Last October, Council launched its two year road safety strategy – SafeRoads4Logan.…
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Councils opt for low energy lighting solutions*
Valen Light Technologies is a global manufacturer of high end LED lighting products for street and outdoor applications. Valens engineered its unique VLED technology after…
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Engaging success: leading or following?
In opening the 2011 Local Government Professionals Annual Conference in Melbourne, Victorian Minister for Local Government and Aboriginal Affairs Jeanette Powell said the conference was…
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Matchmaking service for gardeners
In February, Landshare Australia launched a networking service that introduces people with spare land to others wanting to grow fruit and vegetables, but with nowhere…
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Lachlan Shire Young Parents Program wins national award
Amy Johnson from Lachlan Shire in New South Wales has been recognised with a national award from the National Heart Foundation of Australia and the…
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Augusta-Margaret River promoting women in leadership roles
The program is a new initiative for the West Australian council, intent on increasing the representation of women in key decision making roles within the…
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Transformers – The UK Experience by Malcolm Morley*
The press focus on the cuts in Government grants to councils in the UK often overlooks what has been achieved, and creates a perception that…
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One Association for NSW councils
The Shires Association of New South Wales recently met at a Special Conference and agreed to progress the formation of a single association to represent…
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