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Targeted training vital for skills development and enhancing efficiencies*
Creating the right learning solutions is essential for Local Government to optimise the effectiveness of its staff training programs. Local Government faces a challenging future…
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Port Macquarie-Hastings staff member named Best Engineer
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s Water Supply Manager, Murray Thompson, has taken out the 2007 National Local Government Engineering Medal, announced in August at the International Institute…
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Future directions in training and development
An interview with Tania Pieterse, Human Resource Officer, Central Coast Council, Tasmania As Human Resource Officer at Central Coast Council in Tasmania, Tania Pieterse coordinates…
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Mentor network introduced
The Western Australian Branch of the Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) is set to increase the number of women in Local Government with the…
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Addressing Local Government training needs*
Government Skills Australia (GSA) is one of ten National Industry Skills Councils registered with and funded by the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST).…
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Need Defence Force advice? Ask the experts!
Navy, Army and Air Force Reservists are a vital component of Australia’s Defence Force (ADF). Major General Greg Melick has just been promoted to become…
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Recognising Australia’s best employers
In August, Federal Minister for Vocational and Further Education, Andrew Robb, announced the winners of the 2007 Minister’s Awards for Excellence for Employers of Australian…
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Workforce Plan tackles anticipated skills and people shortage
Located in northwest Victoria, Swan Hill Rural City Council recently adopted a Workforce Plan, aimed at addressing skills shortages and future recruitment. The document provides…
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Monash offers professional development options for Local Government Councillors and staff*
In a political environment it is vital that Councillors and staff understand the political and practical imperatives of the three tiers of the government decision…
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Bendigo showcases expertise
City of Greater Bendigo Design Engineer, Leigh Oliver, has showcased his expertise across the nation. Leigh was invited by software companies CADApps (Computer Aided Drafting…
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JobScore to assist Local Government workforce
A new job classification system, JobScore, will make it easier for Councils to ensure their employees are being fairly rewarded for their efforts. Released in…
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Improving business performance through HR effectiveness*
The AHRI vision ‘people leading business’ recognises the changing requirements of Australian business against a background of economic challenge. It also acknowledges the continuing opportunity…
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