Archived News for Professionals in Local Government

The Western Australian Government has tabled a report of the eight-month long inquiry into the City of Canning's elected council, concluding there were systematic failures by the council.

Ballarat's smarts recognised on world stage

Ballarat has been recognised as one of the world’s smartest communities for a second time by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF).

Lewis takes the helm at ALGA

Felicity-ann Lewis has been elected as the new President of the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) following the conclusion of its Annual General Meeting in Hobart earlier this week.

Queensland set to do away with waste levy

The Queensland Government has introduced legislation before State Parliament that seeks to remove the State’s waste levy.

Roads congress starts in Hobart

Hundreds of local government representatives have descended on Hobart for the start of the 2012 National Local Roads and Transport Congress, hosted by the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA).

SALGA releases first climate change tool for councils

The South Australian Local Government Association (SALGA) has released a new report into the likely impact of climate change on local government infrastructure.

Victoria releases groundwater framework

The Victorian Government has released a new framework for managing the State’s groundwater resources.

NSW to crack down on 'misbehaving' councils

The New South Wales Government has unveiled new powers that will enable the Minister for Local Government to suspend ‘misbehaving’ councils.

Queensland passes major council reforms

The Queensland Government has passed what it calls ‘the biggest reform of Local Government in a generation’, saying it will fundamentally change the way Local Government do business.

SA goes to war on red tape

The South Australian Government has called on South Australians to help identify key areas where Government can make more major cuts to regulatory burden.

Tasmania passes Water and Sewerage Corporation legislation

Tasmania will now have a single, statewide water and sewerage entity following the passage of legislation through State Parliament.

NBN ups wireless rollout

The National Broadband Network Co (NBN Co) has unveiled the next local government areas that will receive the fixed wireless service.

$30 million water upgrade for Huon Valley water supply

The jointly funded $30 million upgrade and expansion of Southern Water’s Huon Valley water supply infrastructure has been given the go ahead.

EOIs to be called for new cruise ship terminal

The Queensland Government and Gold Coast Council have announced they are planning to call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to develop an international cruise ship terminal and associated development on the Gold Coast.

Hobart and Launceston sign MoU

The cities of Hobart and Launceston have announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive closer ties between the cities.

Melbourne releases heritage strategy

Historic buildings, landscapes, parks and monuments are set to enjoy strengthened protection under the recently released City of Melbournne Heritage Strategy.

Victoria seeking EOIs over gas plan

The Victorian Government has announced it is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIS) in delivering Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) technologies to expand access to natural gas throughout the state.

WA releases Royalties for Region report

The Western Australian Government has tabled a progress report on the Royalties for Regions program for the 2011/12 period.

WA releases Stage 3 Accounting Manual

The Western Australian Government has released the Stage 3 Local Government Accounting Manual to assist local government finance professionals with the preparation for financial reports.

WALGA hits out at lost legislation opportunities

The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) has bemoaned the lost opportunities to pass key legislation as the Parliament enters its last sitting week for the year.