Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
Australia’s 3G network shutdown has affected thousands of devices this week.
First Nations tourism boosted
The Albanese Government says it is backing First Nations tourism in a landmark initiative.
Legal action on Optus sales
The consumer watchdog has taken Optus to court over alleged unethical sales.
Pandemic review shows "fatigue"
Australia's COVID-19 review warns future pandemic plans must address serious shortfalls.
Murray protection probed
South Australians face a choice: save the River Murray or brace for more red tape.
New storage for NSW
An $11 million drought-resilience project has been completed in Walcha, New South Wales.
Skate ruling pushed back
Leading scientists have warned that Australia’s Maugean skate could soon be lost forever.
Compo called for fence fall
A council worker has won compensation after tripping over a puppy fence at home.
Broken Hill issues addressed
A storm-induced power failure in Broken Hill has exposed serious energy vulnerabilities.
AI approvals questioned
The Tasmanian government’s AI use in economic planning is sparking controversy.
Building body failure detailed
Victoria’s building watchdog, the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), has failed consumers.
Mayor to fight removal
Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson says he will fight to keep his job amid military misstatements.
NSW fees probed
A review has been launched after NSW overcharged millions in merchant fees - despite knowing it was illegal.
NHMRC opens PFAS talks
Draft guidelines for the presence of PFAS in drinking water have been released.
Flood coverage probed
Australia’s flood insurance sector has failed to protect policyholders, a new inquiry reveals.
Housing upgrades announced
Energy upgrades are cutting power bills for over 1,000 NSW social housing tenants.
NACC raids land councils
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) raided the Northern Land Council (NLC) in Darwin and Anindilyakwa Land Council (ALC) on Groote Eylandt as part of separate corruption investigations.
Rural moves reported
A new report details successes and challenges for Australia’s rural health commission.
Victoria outlines housing hubs
The Victorian Government has announced a new plan to boost housing development near public transport hubs in Melbourne’s inner suburbs.
New money for night patrols
Up to $2.5 million in federal funding is being funnelled to public safety measures in Central Australia.