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Postgrad study for engineers*
For Local Government engineers and other technical professionals, postgraduate study can provide essential specialist knowledge, improved professional performance and enhance career prospects. The UNSW School…
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Future directions in training and professional development
An interview with Liz Razzano, Manager Organisational Development, Burnside City Council in South Australia. According to Liz Razzano, ‘smarter training’ will be key to the…
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Eliminating bullying in the workplace
by Michael Dobbie Significant structural changes in a Macedon Ranges Shire Council department in late 2006 resulted in accusations of bullying from affected staff. Outcomes…
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Bega encourages more women to stand for Local Government
Bega Valley Shire Council has a plan to encourage more women to stand at the next Council election. The program will be launched in September,…
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Rewards all round for ongoing support of Defence Reserves
Located on the southwest edge of Sydney, Wollondilly Shire Council was recently recognised for its commitment to employing and supporting Defence Reservists. Council currently employs…
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Dubbo City Council promotes safer driving
Dubbo City Council has developed a ‘Work on driving safely education kit’ to help local organisations educate their staff about safe driving on the job.…
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Construction trainees breaking new ground
Two West Arnhem Shire Council Community Development Employment Project (CDEP) participants have taken a big step in their ongoing training towards certification in the construction…
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Durability – principles for practitioners*
The Concrete Institute of Australia (CIA) has produced this one day course on Durability Principles based around Australian and International codes and guidelines for general…
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On the bus for urban growth management
In August, movers and shakers in the future development of Greater Adelaide set off on a two day bus tour investigating matters pertaining to planning…
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Call to play increasing role in Indigenous employment
On 30 July 2010, the Australian Centre of Excellence for Local Government (ACELG) released a green paper to explore untapped labour pools, and invest in…
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Devonport staff get on their bikes
Devonport City Council is tackling climate change and promoting a healthier workplace through an employee driven program. Located on the Mersey River on the northwest…
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Winner of Indigo Training scholarship announced
by Rum Charles* Congratulations to Lee-anne Graham from the City of Yarra. Lee-anne has won a scholarship awarded by Indigo Training to develop her career…
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