Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - April, 2024
Experts have detailed ways to ensure a sustainable future for the Murray-Darling Basin.
Gold Coast spill discovered
The Gold Coast City Council faces public scrutiny and possible legal action after a significant sewage spill into a local river.
Brisbane site set for AFP
Brisbane’s lord Mayor is outraged that the AFP is taking over a site that could be used to assist the homeless.
Hydromorphone trial backed
Hydromorphone, a potent synthetic opioid, is a central element of Victoria’s new drug strategy.
WA seeks gas progress
WA has urged the Commonwealth to apply its “use it or lose it” policy for energy companies holding undeveloped offshore gas field licences.
Teachers strike in WA
Thousands of WA public school teachers took to the streets this week, marking their first walkout in over a decade.
MDBP review talks begin
Major talks have outlined new plans for the management of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Murray unity sought
Researchers have called for unified water theft laws in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Uni returns ancient spears
A set of stolen Indigenous artefacts have been returned to their community.
Crash data shows city links
A new study has uncovered insights from 15 years of crashes on Melbourne roads.
IV pushes preventative spend
Experts urge Victoria to bolster roads, electricity networks, and buildings against escalating extreme weather events.
First Nations centre backed
The Federal Government is supporting a “world first” gender justice institute for First Nations women.
Lockdown effect seen in social work
New research looks at the stress, demand and pressure for social workers in Melbourne’s COVID-19 lockdown.
WA detention deemed unfit
A damning human rights report has recommended changes at Yongah Hill Detention Centre.
APVMA to stay in place
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) will not return to Canberra, despite ...
Russia sanctions local MPs
Russia has imposed sanctions on 235 Australians, including high-profile politicians.
Shire levy slammed
Mornington Peninsula Shire has proposed a mandatory development contribution scheme to address its social housing deficit.