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The potential for major political parties to manipulate Western Australian Local Government elections has been dealt a blow following legislation to return to the first…

Councillor Peter Cole, Knox City Council, Vic Q. How long have you been on Council? I was elected to Knox Council in November 2008. As…

For the first time, individuals within the public sector will be recognised for their achievements by the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA) Queensland inaugural…

Local women in South Australia’s Barossa area undergoing treatment for breast cancer can now access a new and unique service courtesy of seeding grant funding…

Whether the venue is large or small, multi use or historical, the Bosch DCN Wireless Discussion System offers councils unparalleled functionality and flexibility. The wireless…

At the 2009 Local Government Managers Australia National Congress in Darwin, Local Government FOCUS invited delegates to nominate individuals or teams from their councils who…

Knox City Council’s Manager of Strategic and Economic Development, Kim Rawlings recently took out the inaugural ‘Sally Isaac Women in Local Government Leadership Award’ at…

Planning that prioritises walking, cycling and public transport ahead of motor cars is the centrepiece of ‘Healthy Spaces and Places’, a major national initiative, unveiled…

The UK Experience by Malcolm Morley* Council revenues are likely to slump by more than £4 billion due to the recession according to a recent…

“Following the recent period of turbulence caused by both the global financial crisis and amalgamations, governments of every level, everywhere need perspective.” These were the…

The Northern Territory’s Central Desert Shire Council will help boost school attendance by supporting only those sports carnivals that are held during the school holidays…