Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
The South Australian First Nations Voice to Parliament has held its inaugural meeting.
Vaccine helps NT hearing
First Nations children in the NT can access a vaccine that effectively reduces the risk of hearing loss.
Justice bid outlined
The Federal Government has announced a “justice reinvestment” for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
EPA responds to PFAS find
The New South Wales EPA is reaching out to the community following the discovery of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the groundwater of Mullumbimby.
Beach approved for offshore gas
The Victorian government has approved a new gas extraction project near the Twelve Apostles, the first of its kind in over a decade.
LGA outlines coastal help
The Local Government Association of South Australia says specific measures are needed to future-proof the state’s coastlines.
Locals back Jabiluka call
The Northern Territory government has issued a two-year order to halt mining and exploration at Jabiluka, an uranium operation within Kakadu National Park.
New chair for sacked council admin
Dr Graeme Emonson will be appointed as the chair of Moira Shire Council's panel of administrators until the 2028 local government elections.
Child safety tool for WA
The WA Local Government Association (WALGA) has launched its Local Government Child Safety self-assessment.
Regional shift spikes
The trend of city residents relocating to regional areas has reached a 12-month high.
CCS ban for northern basin
The Queensland Government has announced a ban on carbon capture and storage (CCS) in its section of the Great Artesian Basin.
Controversial extraction paused
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) says it has ceased extracting water from a bore in Perth Hills.
Construction delays counted
Australia faces a significant delay in housing construction, with 37,074 approved dwellings yet to commence.
Poll staff protection boosted
Australia’s electoral commissions are attempting to protect staff from online harm.
Redress enhanced with new funds
The Federal Government has pledged $3.5 million to support Stolen Generations survivors through community-led healing services.
Country closure report released
A federal inquiry has delivered its final report on the impact of bank closures in regional Australia, calling for significant regulatory changes.
Blackspot scheme "effective"
Despite Coalition allegations, an audit has found the government’s mobile black spot program has been “largely effective”.
Councils aid housing boost
The NSW Government, in partnership with regional councils, is set to invest $201.9 million in infrastructure development for growing regional communities.
Users surveyed for service review
A new program aims to improve community legal assistance services by incorporating the insights of the people who use them.