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Personal emergency plan kit a first
The Shire of Yarra Ranges has received $50,000 in Federal Government funding to further develop a personal emergency plan kit. Launched in April 2006, the…
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LGAQ courses advance LG careers
Gatton Shire’s Deputy Mayor, Councillor Janice Holstein, recently graduated from a Diploma in Local Government Administration course. Provided by the Local Government Association of Queensland,…
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Research findings in performance management released
Managers in Local Government strongly advocate regular performance appraisals for staff while recognising the need for further training in appraisal techniques. Research released on 23…
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Books by the barrow load
Beachgoers on Port Phillip beaches this summer have been able to improve their minds as well as their tans. As a result of a creativity…
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Gold Coast and Fort Lauderdale build stronger links
Last October a delegation from Gold Cast City Council attended the launch of the 47th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in Florida. The two cities…
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Councils encouraged to get shady
Councils across Victoria are being urged to showcase ‘shady’ initiatives within their communities. As well as helping to protect their residents from skin cancer, Councils…
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Negotiating native title forum in Melbourne
Speaking at the recent Negotiating Native Title Forum held in Melbourne on 26 and 27 February, President of the National Native Title Tribunal (NNTT), Graeme…
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Researching for the future
The UK Experience by Malcolm Morley* It is always interesting when academics, management consultants and practitioners come together to discuss issues. Academics are looking for…
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Burwood enhances efficiency with digital signatures
Burwood Council in metropolitan Sydney has streamlined its processes through the introduction of digital signatures. TME Consulting Ltd (TME), a provider of standards based digital…
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Councils install email and web security*
Hobsons Bay City Council and Nillumbik Shire Council are just two Local Governments that have installed IronPort’s C100™ email security appliance. IronPort® Systems, Inc. is…
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Alert system connects the police with the local community
The City of Belmont and the Western Australia Police are working together through what is believed to be the first internet based crime prevention communication…
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Future directions in Information Technology and Communications
Future Directions is a regular feature. This month we interviewed Karen Vought, Chief Information Officer, Gold Coast City Council, Queensland. Gold Coast City Council’s Chief…
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