Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
The remote Queensland town of Hughenden has launched two schemes to better utilise the region's water.
Noosa plan reassessed
Authorities are taking a second look at Noosa’s Lake Macdonald Dam Upgrade project.
NSW ticks tunnel plans
The NSW Government has granted approval for the Western Harbour Tunnel - the city's third harbour crossing.
City asylum seekers freed
At least 26 refugees and asylum seekers have been freed from a Melbourne hotel after years in immigration detention.
Rocky ready for stacked ballot
A record 17 candidates are on the ballot for the upcoming Rockhampton mayoral race.
Unemployment slides to 6.6pc
A drop in Australia's unemployment level has been taken as an early sign of economic recovery.
Low scores prompt duck call
Most Victorian hunters cannot identify the type of ducks they are allowed to shoot.
SA allows sacred lake drilling
The South Australian Government has approved drilling on a sacred Aboriginal site.
Lung health app expanded
A new app has been launched to help vulnerable Australians learn about lung health.
NT picks 'Care' partners
The NT government has announced details of its $64 million child protection system overhaul.
ACCC calls for insurance change
The ACCC has released a report saying Northern Australian communities need more affordable insurance.
Coast admin seeks extension
The administrator of NSW’s Central Coast Council says finding a new CEO is one of his main goals for 2021.
Iron ships face new fee
Some WA iron ore exports will face new charges aimed at mitigating dust pollution problems.
Ranger closure prompts rehab call
The rehab plan for an old NT uranium mine has been deemed “woefully inadequate”.
WA to review BHP licences
BHP's environmental licences in the Pilbara town of Newman will be tested by the state government.
MDBA sees high flows
Authorities claim the River Murray will continue to flow at maximum capacity over summer to meet demand for water through the system.
Vic. restores river ownership
Traditional owners have been given rights to a river system for the first time in Victoria’s history.
Deputy to face 'curly' council questions
Deputy NSW Premier John Barilaro will face a parliamentary inquiry into alleged council pork-barrelling.