Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - May, 2021
New stats show Australia installed its highest ever number of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) panels in 2020.
ALGA welcomes local funds
The Australian Local Government Association says the budget shows councils are key to creating jobs.
Councils claim tech awards
One of the smallest councils in Australia, Yarriambiack Shire Council, has won two tech awards.
Green deals backed in WA
WA councils will have access to collaborative funds to address climate change.
Bulk billing tweak for remote GPs
Up to $65 million will be spent to tackle GP shortages in remote and regional Australia.
Diesel rebate tops $7.8 billion
Making fossil-fuel industries pay for diesel could save Australian taxpayers $7.8 billion a year.
Dubbo cuts off mayoral money
Dubbo Regional Council has voted to remove the allowance paid when its mayor takes extended leave.
Grim figures for gambling capital
Councillors and experts want to know why residents of one Melbourne council are putting $500,000 a day on pokies.
Mr Fluffy fund for residents
A $16 million government scheme has been created for victims of loose-fill asbestos.
Options abound for COVID site
Various groups are calling on the Federal Government to support more onshore quarantine facilities.
Survey upends drinking stereotype
Contrary to the image created by racial stereotyping, data suggests alcoholism is not more prevalent in Indigenous communities.
Kakadu owners close key sites
Traditional owners have moved to close parts of Kakadu over a “lack of respect” for sacred areas by Parks Australia.
Ministers meet for water talks
Federal and state Murray-Darling Basin water ministers have agreed to a 2024 deadline for new water-saving projects.
New disaster agency launched
The Federal Government is spending $600 million to create the National Recovery and Resilience Agency (NRRA).
ATLA probe uncovers issues
Administrators have found millions of dollars is missing from one of Australia’s most prominent Indigenous corporations.
Regional jobs peak
Authorities say there are now more jobs in regional Australia than during the mining boom.
New gas plant slammed
Locals have rejected the Federal Government’s plan to build a new gas-fired power station.