Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - September, 2021
ALGA has released a new resource to help close the gap for Indigenous Australians.
Central Coast probe stutters
A public inquiry has begun to probe the New South Wales Central Coast Council and its more than half a billion dollars worth of debt.
NSW announces net zero plan
The NSW Government has convinced Nationals MPs to support a net zero emissions target.
Tassie council plan progressing
The Tasmanian Government says it is moving ahead with local government reforms.
Big win in Barngarla claim
After a legal fight spanning a quarter of a century, the Barngarla people have been granted native title over Port Augusta.
Sydney shortage forecast
The NSW Government predicts Sydney will face major water shortages within 20 years if current growth continues.
Tank plan for dry towns
Residents of a drought-affected QLD town say tanks are not enough to solve their lack of potable water.
SA ICAC stripped of purpose
The SA Parliament has rushed through changes that limit the power of its corruption commission.
Capital exodus continues
The surge of people moving from capital cities to regional centres continues.
CEO slammed for SW spending
A former WA council CEO has been accused of spending $50,000 of council money on a sex worker.
Council comparisons updated
The NSW Government has updated its website for comparing the performance of councils.
NSW road pledge falls short
The NSW Government says it will resume responsibility for 400 kilometres of local roads – less than 3 per cent of the promised 15,000.
Emails show water "red flags"
Reports say NSW sought to increase its Basin Plan water limits, and caused concern about the fallout.
Builders vent violent discontent
The Victorian Government has ordered a two-week shutdown of the state’s construction industry following violent protests.
DV support suggested for vax sites
Experts are pushing for domestic violence support to be offered in vaccine clinics.
Ley allows challenged expansion
The Federal Government has approved a mine expansion that was challenged in court by school students.
Quick hep-C tests coming
A new rapid test for hepatitis C will soon be rolled out at drug treatment clinics, prisons and needle exchange services nationwide.
ARENA backs hydrogen port
The Federal Government has put up funds for a proposed hydrogen export project in Queensland.