Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - May, 2024
A federal inquiry has delivered its final report on the impact of bank closures in regional Australia, calling for significant regulatory changes.
Blackspot scheme "effective"
Despite Coalition allegations, an audit has found the government’s mobile black spot program has been “largely effective”.
Councils aid housing boost
The NSW Government, in partnership with regional councils, is set to invest $201.9 million in infrastructure development for growing regional communities.
Users surveyed for service review
A new program aims to improve community legal assistance services by incorporating the insights of the people who use them.
Flu finding prompts cull
The H7N3 strain of avian influenza, has been detected at an egg farm in Meredith, Victoria.
Flushing issues targeted
Sydney Water has initiated a new campaign to address the issue of improper flushing habits among Sydneysiders.
SA community grants open
SA Water says applications are open for its reconciliation partnerships program.
Tunnel machine stuck
A stuck tunnel boring machine has slowed progress on the Snowy 2.0 hydropower project.
Concerns emerge for council weed group
The New England Weeds Authority (NEWA) board has been suspended by the NSW Minister for Local Government.
'Day zero' threat for giant city
Mexico City and its nearly 22 million residents are on the brink of a severe water shortage.
Bird flu detected at egg farm
Avian influenza has been detected at an egg farm near Meredith in western Victoria.
New funds for SA supplies
The Federal Government is investing $65 million in SA's Northern Water Supply Project.
SA signs AUKUS deal
South Australia and Maryland have formalised a significant collaboration aimed at developing the skilled workforce needed for the AUKUS program.
Santos case conduct probed
The conduct of the Environmental Defenders Office in a court case with Santos has been reviewed.
State swells big battery
The Queensland Government has announced a major expansion of Stanwell's Central Queensland battery energy storage system.