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Making tough decisions is critical
Despite Mount Isa’s geographical location and climate, the city is enjoying an enviable water situation at present, particularly in light of the crisis the South…
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Rodeo capital comes alive
Travel through Mount Isa at any time of year and you can’t help but notice that it is branded as the Rodeo Capital of Australia.…
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Creating opportunities builds a better Mount Isa
Council faces a number of challenges due to Mount Isa’s geographical location and economic climate precipitated by the city’s isolated position in the heart of…
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Economic development is the key to sustainability
Mount Isa City Council plays a key role in facilitating strategic planning for the sustainable economic development of the city and surrounding region. A team…
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Local Government leadership: the power and the passion
The decision by Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA) to stage its 2007 National Congress and Business Expo in Hobart certainly paid off, with delegate and…
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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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