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TripStop is a winner
TripStop would like to congratulate Mornington Peninsula Shire for using TripStop in its Pathlink project. TripStop is a cross shaped device that is encased in…
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Mornington Peninsula’s 77 km Pathlinks takes out national award
An innovative Pathlinks Program set up by Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula Shire provides access to 77km of new trails and pathways for 42 different communities. It…
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Councillor profile
A regular feature, this month we present two Councillors from South Australia. Mayor Margaret McLean Evans, The Berri Barmera Council, South Australia Q. How long…
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New guide for Ballina
The Ballina Coast and Hinterland Visitor Guide is a high quality, fresh, vibrant, modern and easy to read publication promoting the Ballina Coast and Hinterland.…
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No counselling needed for long term Council couple
Councillors Mary and Dale Langford have served 12 consecutive years together at Belyando Shire Council in Queensland. Now married for 38 years, Dale joined Council…
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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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