Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - November, 2018
Victoria's police union says officers should be better equipped to stop deadly car attacks.
Council makes drought link
The Climate Council says the severe drought gripping much of Australia has been exacerbated by climate change.
Sydney to test new sewer brain
A new collaboration will test high-tech sewer monitoring technology in Sydney.
WA harvests farm data
A new research partnership will see vast amounts of WA agricultural data collected and analysed to help farmers make more informed decisions.
Schools fight for holy homophobia
Anglican schools are pushing to keep discriminating on the basis of sexuality.
Airbnb effects checked
A new report says Airbnb is not making rental affordability “significantly” worse in Sydney and Melbourne.
Don Dale riot up for review
Armed police officers have stormed the Don Dale Youth Detention Centre in the NT.
NSW pegs stamp duty
The NSW Government has pegged stamp duty to the rate of inflation, something it says will provide a “fairer deal” for future homebuyers.
PM angry over China deal
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews should have involved him before signing a major deal with China.
Romantic misconduct in Mayor's trips
The misconduct of Port Pirie’s Mayor has been described as “at the higher end of the scale”.
Adani skirts water trigger
Adani has bypassed the need for a full environmental impact assessment, against governmental advice.
Report reveals drug-filled rivers
A review of Melbourne rivers has revealed a cocktail of pharmaceuticals that could put wildlife at risk.
Korea appears against Adani
More banks have ruled out any role in funding Adani's contentious Carmichael coal project.