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New Cable beach lifeguard
Western Australia’s Shire of Broome has appointed Tim Trew as a full time beach inspector and lifeguard at its popular Cable Beach. As one of…
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Waratah Wynyard celebrates civic pride
While every Tasmanian Council is obliged to prepare an annual report and hold an annual general meeting, Waratah Wynyard Council decided to do more. Council…
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Regional employers benefit from the Skill Matching Database
The Australian Government is committed to attracting skilled migrants to the regions in Australia where skills shortages exist. Regional migrant initiatives recognise the special circumstances…
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Town centre park builds community in Bonnyrigg
Sydney’s City of Fairfield recently celebrated the completion of its Bonnyrigg Town Centre Park. The 14 hectare park, located adjacent to the Bonnyrigg CBD, was…
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Shading for all occasions *
Quikshade is a portable shelter two people can easily erect in 60 seconds. In either a tent or marquee style, they are ideal for community…
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Optimism and growth from town upgrade
Queensland’s Isis Shire Council has invested almost $3 million over the past six years in major upgrades of its parks, gardens and main street for…
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Wastewater for subsurface drip irrigation *
The focus on water management through efficient irrigation is increasing in proportion to the drought conditions being suffered nearly Australia wide. All instrumentalities have been…
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Wollongong cleans up with legal opportunities
Wollongong City Council has introduced innovative ideas to tackle the problem of illegal graffiti and illegal ‘postering’ around the city. The task of removing unwanted…
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Leadership role for Local Government
Native title is a key issue for Local Governments around Australia. Rural, remote and metropolitan councils are often parties to native title claims that cover…
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Local Government and native title
Local Governments, as significant land holders, will inevitably deal with native title issues, whether it be in providing information to the local community, responding to…
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How the National Native Title Tribunal can assist
The National Native Title Tribunal is the statutory authority that registers native title claims, mediates agreements about native title claims and land issues, and occasionally…
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Talks pave the way for reconciliation
Native title claimants in the West Kimberley region of Western Australia are sitting at the table with Local Government, following the establishment of a unique…
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