Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - August, 2013
Charity organisations are concerned at the lack of conversation about affordable housing and homelessness in the lead-up so far to the federal election in September.
High Court compensating for something
A bit of de-stressing has become a lengthy legal process, with the High Court now hearing the case of a public servant seeking compensation after being injured during sex on a work trip in 2007.
Native title fishing rights awarded
A landmark case has been decided which will see indigenous Torres Strait Islanders gain native title to operate commercial fishing activities in the ocean expanse between Australia and Papua New Guinea.
SA brings Wi-Fi to the people
The South Australian Government has put up $1 million to combine with the Adelaide Council’s $500,000 to provide free high-speed wireless internet across large parts of the city.
Strategy to boost Local Government
The Minister for Regional Australia, Local Government and Territories has launched a new strategy aimed making local government a more attractive, flexible and rewarding sector to work in.
Plans to ease pressure on Perth's pipes
Some Perth homes will experience a distinct drop in water pressure next year, as the local Water Corporation enacts a plan to save drinking supplies and fix leaks and burst pipes in its ageing network.
Queensland plan to cut post-mortem footprint
Planning has begun for one of the country’s first ever eco-friendly cemeteries.
Storm-saving win in wine country
A stormwater recycling plant has been completed which will save up to 726 megalitres of precious drinking water per year for some South Australian residents.
Regional kids to glimpse engineering future
As part of Australian Engineering Week, Dubbo has announced the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) will host the 2013 regional Great Engineering Challenge in the city.