Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
Despite lockdowns in Sydney and Melbourne, large numbers of people are moving to the regions.
Call for more cable talks
An Aborignal group has called for more consultation on a multi-billion dollar cable plan.
Billions issued in closed grants
A review has found $25 billion in Coalition grants have been made through closed processes with no competitors.
School Delta data revealed
Researchers have revealed the data informing the return of students to classrooms in Victoria.
Footpath re-think suggested
Experts say Melbourne should give up some of its precious parking space to pedestrians.
Mayor gives stacking details
A Melbourne mayor has admitted lying about grants to assist ALP branch stacking.
OIA inquiry slammed
A Queensland mayor has described an inquiry into his alleged misconduct as “farcical”.
Key systems unprotected
Experts say that over 1,500 of Australia’s unique ecosystems, on land and sea, fall outside Australia’s protected areas.
Plastic dominates beach sweep
Plastic makes up 84 per cent of rubbish found on Australian beaches, a new study finds.
Augusta Zadow prize backs science
This year’s Augusta Zadow Awards are funding safety for farming families and research into early-career paramedics.
Juukan probe calls for protection
An inquiry into the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters has called for new laws to protect sacred sites.
NSW funds DV refuges
The NSW Government says it is spending almost $500 million on 75 new domestic violence refuges.
Central Coast probe hears money claims
More details have emerged in the ongoing inquiry into NSW’s Central Coast Council.
Green deal for WA councils
A new agreement could see dozens of WA councils powered by renewable energy.
Huon hiring slammed
Huon Valley Council's hiring process has been criticised after the partner of a recruitment agency boss won a top job.
NSW urges female nomination
The NSW Government is pushing for more women to nominate for council elections.
CLC fights for water rights
Advocates say Indigenous people in the Northern Territory are being denied water rights.
CSIRO launches bushfire resource
CSIRO has published a new online guide for home bushfire resilience ahead of this year’s fire season.
Regional NSW wants housing deal
NSW councils want a joint approach by state and federal governments to fund social housing and infrastructure.