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Fraser Coast trail moves a step closer
The appointment of six community members to the Fraser Coast Rail Trail Advisory Committee marks the next step in the development of a shared path…
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All-Energy Australia Calls on Local Governments to Attend Australia’s Largest Clean Energy Event
Local government associations continue to be responsible for championing and driving Australia’s shift to renewable energy according to the organisers of All-Energy Australia. With councils…
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New facility opens
The final component of South East Queensland’s newest, $22.5 million premier entertainment and cultural venue was officially opened in late July. The Butterbox Theatre and…
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Pet waste removal change
With over five million pet dogs in Australia and 1.5 tonnes of dog waste over its lifetime, where do all these dog waste bags go?…
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Successful planning talks
The Strathbogie Shire ‘Talk to a Planner’ sessions have proven a huge success, according to Mayor Laura Binks. Community members took up the opportunity to…
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Residential slabs and footings
Residentials slabs and footings design and construction systems have gone through major upheavals over the past 40 years. In my previous role as a structural…
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Promoting inclusion in local communities
Not everyone can freely enjoy getting out and about. Many men avoid going to public places due to incontinence because it is difficult for them…
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New plan aims to fight homelessness
Australia can end homelessness within a decade, according to a new plan designed to guide the Federal Government. Homelessness Australia launched its major report ‘A…
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Tough time for turf industry
The past few years have been an absolute living nightmare for everyone. However, it has been particularly tough for the turf industry. We are one…
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Council-owned business scoops pool
The Art House has dominated the Wyong Business (Chamber of Commer) 2022 Annual Business Awards on the NSW Central Coast recently. Owned by the Central…
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Changes afoot in Tassie
A bit is going on in the Tasmanian local government sector. We are working through a once-in-a-generation review of the local government sector in our…
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Gilfellon joins Albany’s team
The City of Albany will welcome a new executive director of corporate and commercial services after council endorsed the appointment of Mr Matthew Gilfellon to…
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