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Lake Macquarie’s online development applications become transparent
Lake Macquarie City Council, located 90 minutes north of Sydney, is committed to providing efficient and quality services to the community. It recognises the growing…
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Online pooch pound helps dogs find their way home
With over 4,500 dogs registered in Western Australia’s City of Albany, and an average of three dogs bought into the pound each day, Council has…
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GeoViz brings proposals to life
Victoria’s Manningham City Council has developed a geographical visualisation program, providing 3D models and images that greatly assist in the assessment of planning applications and…
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Digital signatures for completely paperless Councils*
Years ago, people were preparing for the paperless office revolution. It would enhance business workflow, reduce printing costs and save trees. The dream faded, however…
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Pittwater simplifies the development process
Located in New South Wales, Pittwater Council has placed particular emphasis on providing information and services via the web. It views its website as a…
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GIS tackles insurance claims
South Australia’s City of Charles Sturt recognises the importance of having a well developed system for managing risk associated with Council activities and functions. Council…
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Mobility solutions for Local Government*
Mobility solutions are delivering real productivity benefits and cost savings to Local Governments. Mobility solutions by Victorian company, Sage Technology, provide effective, vital communication between…
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Good IDEA makes researching Local Government easy
The Local Government Association of Tasmania’s (LGAT) Local Government Online Services program has developed a package that will increase residents’ ability to find information on…
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Fix-o-grams make a difference in Brisbane
Almost 650 residents have posted a fix-o-gram to Brisbane City Council during the past three months, and another 400 have sent an online fix-o-gram message.…
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Wireless applications for field staff
By Malcolm Thom* Saxon Hot Water Systems is a manufacturer of electric and solar domestic hot water systems. Saxon water heaters are sold across Australia…
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Mapoon and the digital cape
Mapoon Aboriginal Council, in partnership with the Cape York Digital Network (CYDN), has developed an Information Technology and Communications system. The CYDN was established in…
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High speed broadband puts Port Augusta at the forefront of telecommunications
Located in close proximity to the Flinders Ranges in South Australia, Port Augusta City Council is at the forefront of telecommunications, ahead of many metropolitan…
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