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Government and Opposition views on CIP
The Federal Government’s Community Infrastructure Program (CIP) recently passed $1 billion, with a second round of funding for councils worth $220 million announced in October…
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Towong residents supplying more than 5% of Victoria’s residential solar power
Located in northeast Victoria, Towong Shire Council’s landmark solar energy project recently took out the Economic Development Australia Award for Excellence in Environmental Economic Innovation.…
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Future directions in business efficiency and sustainability
An interview with Cate Atkinson, General Manager, City of Playford, South Australia While there will be numerous challenges facing the smooth operation of councils in…
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Library website mirrors an actual visit
The City of Cockburn Public Library and Information Service is using an online system that can mirror a reader’s experience during a physical visit to…
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Changing habits through green marketing*
Local Government has more opportunity than most to influence residents to adopt sustainable habits. Unless residents have removed their letterboxes, turned off their televisions, and…
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High quality, ecofriendly copy paper*
Nature’s Paper was established to supply high quality, ecofriendly A4 and A3 copy paper made from wheat straw. Its wheat straw paper looks, feels and…
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Unley takes leading role in waterproofing Adelaide’s east
Seven stormwater harvesting and water reuse projects costing more than $5 million are the latest sustainable water initiatives proposed by the City of Unley in…
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Climate change and coastal communities
The Federal Government has appointed Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) President Councillor Geoff Lake to a seven member Coasts and Climate Change Council to be…
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Logan’s diesel truck goes green
Using world first smart technology, Logan City Council in southeast Queensland is participating in a diesel emission reduction trial. Council is working with clean technology…
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Moonee Valley staff awarded for five centuries of service
Moonee Valley City Council has proved to be a great place to work after long serving staff were awarded for more than five centuries of…
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APS delivers for members*
The Australian Public Service Benevolent Society (APS Benefits) is a not for profit organisation providing a wide range of services to Local Government employees, as…
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Are we being too cautious about sea level rise?*
Climate change is uncertain. However, we already live in a world of uncertainty. We cannot be sure what the weather will be like next month,…
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