Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - July, 2023
A NSW Parliamentary inquiry will look at mining’s impact on health and the environment.
Compensation for locked gates
The residents of public housing towers in Melbourne have agreed to a $5 million compensation offer.
PC reviews Gap efforts
The Productivity Commission has exposed the ongoing failure of state and territory governments to alleviate Indigenous disadvantage in Australia.
Green light for kids' site
Western Australia's first children's hospice has been granted approval by the WA Planning Commission, overcoming objections from local councillors.
NT bails on funding plan
The NT Government has walked back education funding claims just days after they were made.
Council probe preparing
Tasmania’s Dorset Council faces an inquiry over conflict of interest claims.
IBAC reveals deep influence
A new corruption report shows political influence can be bought in Victoria.
State treaty moves continue
Victoria's oldest families have visited the state’s Parliament House for groundbreaking treaty negotiations.
Big SEQ plan released
Proponents have launched the South East Queensland City Deal Implementation Plan.
Fire ant blocks imposed
The NSW Government has imposed movement restrictions on certain materials originating from Queensland to fight the threat of fire ants.
Locals link for big hydrogen
Three Indigenous groups are teaming up with investors to pioneer a $3 billion green hydrogen venture in WA.
Council staff face booze claim
A group of staff members from a Northern Territory council is allegedly under investigation for bringing alcohol into a remote Aboriginal community.
SA launches net zero help
South Australian councils are invited to accelerate their net zero efforts through a new program.
Nuclear site knocked back
A federal court has ruled against the government's plan to build a nuclear waste facility ...
Seahorse stock for Sydney
Scientists in Sydney Harbour have successfully completed the world’s largest ever seahorse release.
Tas. mergers denied
Tasmania's government has announced that it will not undertake forced council mergers.
Queensland outlines big REZ
Queensland has unveiled plans to establish 12 renewable energy zones (REZs) as part of a $62 billion energy transition initiative.