Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - February, 2016
Local government figures from South Australia's Upper Spencer Gulf have seen the reality of Australia’s nuclear waste problem.
Wellington unveils stylish new centre
The Wellington Shire Council in south-east Victoria has laid out plans for its Port of Sale redevelopment.
MDB report shows boost for small residents
The first long term report on environmental watering in the Murray-Darling Basin has found a number of improvements.
Shark data shows no net effect
A review of 60 years’ of shark attack data suggests anti-shark nets do nothing.
Hunter looking up on approval progress
Business owners say the Hunter Valley region has been buoyed by recent approvals.
Carmichael clears green hurdle
The Queensland Government has given permission that could see Adani get started on Australia’s largest coal mine.
Clarity concern could see Vincent leave
Western Australia’s City of Vincent may leave the state's local government association, saying it is “out of touch” with ratepayers.
Councillor booted over asbestos issues
A Sydney councillor has been expelled from a fiery meeting amid a stand-off over asbestos response.
Solid funding call for much-needed help
Aboriginal parents, students and educators want a consistent school funding model that actually delivers benefits.
Stand-off starting over councils' future
Tasmanian mayors are taking pot shots at each other as the state’s amalgamation plans continue to take form.
Vital Victorian industry wants new flows
Livestock producers and rural families say “unprecedented” water shortages will hurt Australia's lamb and beef supply.
Medic calls for more monitoring
Medical experts are calling for more air-pollution monitoring near Queensland mines.