Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
Nick Xenophon has back-flipped on his support of capping local council rates.
SA stamps feet on MDBP changes
The SA Government says it will not sign off on any changes to the Murray Darling Basin Plan, leading the Federal Government to accuse it of playing “petty politics”.
TasWater plan could go to poll
The Tasmanian Government may be willing to compromise in its bid to take over TasWater.
Building money questioned
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate is facing calls for an investigation into international flights and accommodation donated by developers.
Cat bounty ruffles feathers
A central Queensland council is being criticised for its $10 bounty on feral cats.
Councils lay out election demands
South Australian councils want lottery proceeds to pay for heritage building preservation.
ICAC receives Coober Pedy claims
The Local Government Association of SA has reported allegations against it to the authorities.
MDBA puts up amendments
The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has proposed amendments to the Murray–Darling Basin Plan.
SA pushes for portfolio split
Both sides of SA Parliament are coming together to convince the Federal Government to split the water and agriculture portfolios.
Tasmania's water systems reviewed
Tasmania’s Auditor-General has released an assessment of the state’s water and sewerage management.
Locals want more PFAS advice
The NT Government has been accused of leaving Katherine's medical staff in the lurch about the health risks posed by PFAS chemical contamination in the town's water supply.
LGA pushes NRM Levy
South Australian political parties have been called on to commit to collecting the natural resource management levy at the state level.
LGAQ lists demands
Queensland’s 77 councils have produced a 10-point plan of policy priorities for the State’s next government.
Pisasale faces theft claims
Queensland’s corruption watchdog alleges former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale took over $60,000 from charities and community groups.
Scaffidi keeps fighting
Embattled Perth Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi's legal fight to remain could be extended.
TasWater takeover seems less likely
Tasmania's Treasurer has been accused of “having a tantrum” over the difficulty of passing key bills including the TasWater takeover.
MDB probe hears call for reform
A senate inquiry has been told there needs to be serious changes to the way water is managed ...
Minister declares war on lawns
WA’s water minister has suggested people rip up their lawns to save valuable resources.
Goulburn goes for green power
The NSW city of Goulburn is building a community-funded 1.2-megawatt solar farm.
Maitland makes green admission
The Maitland City Council says it has struggled to tell ratepayers that it has been selling their recyclable waste to China.
Mayors reveal Adani dealings
Reports this week have revealed the close links between two Queensland councils and industrial giant Adani.