News
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Critical issues discussed
The financial sustainability of councils and waste infrastructure were two of the critical issues impacting the community that were discussed as representatives from all three…
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Highway bypasses – friend or foe?
A former workmate from my transport and regional development days is Ed Cory. We recently discussed the Pacific Highway duplication, a project he administered for…
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Buildings fall
Two buildings sitting on the northern edge of Civic Park, at 204-206 Vincent Street, Cessnock, will be demolished in readiness for future considerations for the…
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Geografia introduces Movemapp
Movemapp is a map-based people movement tool for teams working in place and asset management, transport planning and economic development and was introduced by some…
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Landmark housing accord
Local governments have signed up to a landmark Housing Accord between the Commonwealth, state and territory governments, investors, and the residential development, building and construction…
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Preparing for the Unprecedented Flood
After a year of record floods, now is the time to share experiences and learn from others at the Floodplain Management Australia (FMA) National Conference…
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Bushtucker trail unveiled
The Shire of Murray in Western Australia has unveiled a unique bush-tucker trail in Cantwell Park, Pinjarra. The project was undertaken with the Peel Harvey…
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End of life tyres included
October’s Environment Minister’s Meeting announced end-of-life tyres will be included on the Minister’s product stewardship priority list. The product stewardship priority list identifies products and…
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Cruising returns to Geraldton
Cruise ships are returning to Greater Geraldton for the first time since lockdown, as the city prepares for a busy time, according to Mayor Shane…
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Growing regions
For many, the not surprising news turned up by email on Monday, 24 October which said ‘After careful consideration, the Government has decided the Building…
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Brand new Peregian Beach Community House now open
The signature heart of Peregian’s Rufous Street Precinct is now in place, with the opening of the new Peregian Beach Community House. The facility includes…
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Constructing a renewable gas future
There’s no doubt how Australians power their lives is going to change in the coming decades as the country looks to reduce carbon emissions. Hopefully,…