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Recognising LG’s high achievers
At the 2010 Local Government Managers Australia National Congress in Adelaide, Local Government FOCUS invited delegates to nominate individuals or teams from their councils who…
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Local road network in crisis
The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) has released the findings of an independent study into the funding needs of Australia’s local roads. This estimates that…
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Green Cities 2011 takes sustainability Beyond Buildings*
Sustainable communities are no longer a pipe dream; it is increasingly important that they become part of our lives. A look at what’s happening overseas…
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IPWEAQ Excellence Awards 2010
Each year since 2002, the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia, Queensland Division Inc. (IPWEAQ) has presented Excellence Awards to encourage excellence in the innovation,…
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Qld councils urged to get on top of asset planning
Queensland Local Government Minister Desley Boyle has released a new guide to help Mayors and Councillors across the State better understand their responsibilities in managing…
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Randwick begins building renovations
Renovation works are now underway at the iconic Coogee Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) – the first project under Randwick City Council’s Buildings for our…
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All change
The UK Experience by Malcolm Morley* Now the comprehensive spending review has been announced, we start to get a real feel for the financial challenges…
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NSW Local Government leads the way with paid parental leave
A progressive new Industrial Award has been endorsed by the Local Government and Shires Associations of NSW (LGSA), with NSW Local Government set to become…
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Bellingen’s 2010 Profile shows positive growth indicators
Each year Bellingen Shire Council produces an economic profile of the Shire designed to assist business and the community to gain an understanding and overview…
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Glenorchy residents see tourism benefits
A recent survey of Glenorchy residents has shown the municipality sees the benefits of tourism to the local economy, but recognises significant local development is…
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Cowra Entrepreneur Program targets agribusiness
With training starting on 28 October 2010, the fourth group of the Cowra Entrepreneur Program (CEP) predominantly targeted agricultural service businesses. This is the first…
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Future directions in tourism and economic development
An interview with Hank van Apeldoorn, Manager Economic Development, Balranald Shire Council, NSW With five rivers, two national parks and a World Heritage Area in…
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