Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - March, 2023
The Federal Government has put up nearly $400 million for medical research projects, including projects to improve First Nations health.
RAI launches Western plan
The Regional Australia Institute (RAI) has unveiled bold ambitions for regional WA.
Bee sting continues
Almost a year since the deadly varroa mite was discovered at NSW properties, more sites are emerging.
SA desal site picked
The SA Government has chosen the cheapest Port Lincoln desalination option it was presented with.
NSW changing coal rules
NSW could soon grant coal-miners licences for water from Sydney and Illawarra drinking catchments.
Council prayer paused
Melbourne’s City of Boroondara has halted the use of a Christian prayer at its meetings.
Expenses probe concludes
Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour has commented on his “public lynching”.
Fire map help sought
Experts want local input to improve bushfire maps in the ACT and Snowy Monaro regions.
Gap goals get further
Nine of Australia’s ‘Closing the Gap’ targets are not on track, according to new data.
Murder probe sees council sacked
A Victorian council has been sacked after the murder of a senior employee sparked an investigation that uncovered ...
Locals lament leak risk
Environmentalists are outraged at a pipeline they say could leak toxic chemicals into a drinking water dam in WA.
NSW buys big parcel
The New South Wales government has acquired its largest ever parcel of land to be transformed into a national park.
Premier speaks on council probe
The NSW Premier says harsh action should be taken against those involved in misconduct at a Sydney council, potentially including his own brothers.
Stolen spears set to return
A set of spears stolen by Captain James Cook are being returned to their Country.
ALGA makes housing call
Advocates are crying out for urgent funding to address Australia’s housing crisis.
Regional shift watched
New stats show Australia’s population is moving away from its biggest two cities.
Rezoning change slammed
The NSW Government has been criticised for cutting councillors out of rezoning proposals.
Welfare fund opened
The NSW Government is providing millions of dollars to community animal welfare facilities.