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Editorial: Reform jeopardises LG trust in intergovernmental relations
Last month Federal Treasurer, Peter Costello, announced that the Productivity Commission will commence a study into Local Government’s own revenue sources. This was one of…
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President’s comment
It is well known that some Councils in New South Wales are struggling to maintain services and facilities for their communities. In fact, as revealed…
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Water issues online
A free online radio program is highlighting the importance of water, sustainability and the environment. H2oToday is a weekly program featuring the latest developments for…
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Tourism toolkit to maximise marketing opportunities
Together with the Launceston Tamar Valley Tourism Association (LTVTA), Launceston City, West Tamar and George Town Councils have launched a tourism and marketing toolkit. The…
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Water use in road works – a community wide issue
In March, the Civil Contractors Federation of Victoria, the Municipal Association of Victoria and the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia hosted the Use of…
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Regional support – example of 80/20 rule
The Good Oil * by Rod Brown Last month, the Department of Family and Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FACSIA) announced 78 grants under its…
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Whittlesea stages LGPro PR Network seminar
In April, the Local Government Professionals (LGPro) Public Relations Network met at the Whittlesea City Council Offices for its bimonthly meeting. The Network was formed…
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Coffs Harbour to buy all renewable energy
In a move that will help cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 80 per cent, Coffs Harbour City Council will source only renewable energy for…
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Councils unite to win Australian Technical College
Over the past few years, one of the biggest issues facing communities in Perth’s southeast region has been youth unemployment. This year, the Cities of…
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Councillor Profiles
Councillor Magdi Mikhail, Sutherland Shire Council, New South Wales Q. How long have you been on Council? I was elected to Council in March 2004.…
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Balranald Shire – a gateway to spectacular national park
Balranald Shire – a gateway to spectacular national parks Balranald Shire covers approximately 21,400 square kilometres and includes Balranald, the township of Euston and the…
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NT calls for improved information flows
More than 70 delegates from over 30 Councils met in Alice Springs on 18–19 April for the General Meeting of Local Government Association of the…
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