Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - March, 2024
Pole costs fall on owners
Western Power has urged property owners to replace private power poles at their own expense.
Lord Mayor set to step down
Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp has announced she will step down at the end of June.
Sports funds unjustified
A WA Auditor General's report on sports spending has raised pork-barrelling allegations.
Teen justice rates drop
The figures show the number of Australian teens involved with the justice system continues to drop.
ERA seeks extension
Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) is fighting for the extension of its lease at the Jabiluka uranium deposit in the Northern Territory.
Letter spells wetland threat
Scientists and experts have signed an open letter calling for a development to be halted to protect sensitive wetlands.
Lobster firms oppose testing
WA’s Western Rock Lobster industry is sounding the alarm about potentially disruptive seismic testing.
ARENA backs hydrogen ideas
New money has been provided for advances in hydrogen storage and Indigenous-led renewable projects.
Call to improve indoor air
Scientists and industry leaders are pushing for action on clean indoor air.
Claims inflated for scrapped games
Victoria's Auditor-General says the state government overstated the cost estimates used to scrap the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Community health boost seen
Building a sense of community could be key to improving people’s mental health, particularly in low socio-economic suburbs.
Container bid to cost big
NSW faces billions in compensation costs if Newcastle gets a new container port.
States chase quarantine fees
Nearly four years since the COVID-19 pandemic's peak, Australian state and territory governments are still chasing down over $70 million in unpaid hotel quarantine fees.
State seeks smoother planning
The Victorian Government says it is enhancing transparency in the planning system and boosting accountability within local governments.
Big rise for key workers
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has awarded aged care workers a wage increase of up to 28.5 per cent.
EDO engages SC review
The Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) has initiated an external review following critical remarks in a recent court case.
Low cost scheme outlined
Economists have proposed a ‘HECS-for-solar’ scheme to slash power bills and help the climate.
Pocock questions gas talks
The Albanese government has been accused of avoiding First Nations consultation on offshore gas plans.