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Recognising Council high achievers
At the 2005 Local Government Managers Australia National Congress in Canberra, FOCUS invited delegates to nominate an individual or team from their Council who is…
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First national economic development awards presented
The first national economic development awards for Local Government were presented at a ceremony held in Melbourne and attended by more than 120 Council and…
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Skateramps replaces existing facility for Sydney
Skateramps Australia, well known for its fixed and mobile skating facilities, was recently commissioned by Sydney City Council to design, supply and install a replacement…
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Maryborough increases marine and maritime activities
Queensland’s Maryborough City Council has signed an agreement with national development company, Maryborough Investments Pty Ltd, to develop the Fraser Coast Marine Industrial Park and…
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Yarra Assist gives disadvantaged communities a voice
A computer support service program for small to medium sized businesses is enhancing the sustainability of community minded initiatives in Victoria’s City of Yarra. Yarra…
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Customer service is tops at Adelaide
Adelaide City Council (ACC) recently won the Local Government Association of South Australia’s 2005 Service Quality Leadership Award – Best Customer Service Team. The Customer…
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Brisbane hotel leads water saving message
With Brisbane in its worst drought in living memory, Brisbane’s Sofitel Hotel is leading by example in its efforts to reduce water usage. Brisbane Lord…
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Testing for the X factor
The UK Experience by Malcolm Morley* There is a television program in England called Stars in Their Eyes where aspiring singers imitate famous stars. It’s…
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Hepburn Council takes no risks and wins
Hepburn Shire Council, located in Victoria’s popular spa country region, has won the Victorian Risk Management Excellence Award for 2005. The award recognises innovative risk…
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Future directions in business and sustainability
Is your Local Government driving efficiency? Stuart Jardine, Chief Executive Officer of the City of Gosnells (current Western Australian Local Government of the Year), shares…
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Safe, healthy staff can greatly improve the bottom line for Local Government
Human resources experts have long recognised the benefits of improving business through corporate health programs, staff social clubs and workplace safety. However, measuring the impact…
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Broadband connects Burnie
Burnie City Council in Tasmania has been awarded a commendation in the 2005 National Awards for Local Government for its new Regional Broadband Community Network.…
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