Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
Local Government NSW wants to repair the perceived damage of former premier Mike Baird’s council amalgamations.
Referendum question forming
Linda Burney wants the referendum to recognise Indigenous Australians in the Constitution to be “winnable”.
Court delays for sunken giant
A 3,000-tonne wave energy generator has been sitting off the coast of Adelaide since it sunk over three years ago.
TasWater takeover continues
Tasmanian councils have voted to keep control of TasWater, and say they will keep up the fight.
Noxious NOx effects checked
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) from diesel vehicles like cars, buses and trucks could be to blame for around 38,000 premature deaths a year.
Council grants unfrozen
Councils have applauded budget measures to restore indexation to FAGs, after a tough three-year freeze.
Key NT rehab enters administration
An important Northern Territory alcohol treatment program has been placed under special administration.
No seeps spotted in river review
Researchers have used new techniques to establish baseline coal seam gas datasets for the Richmond River ...
Pipes and Hydro in Federal energy fix
The Federal Government could buy a larger stake in the Snowy Hydro scheme in its push for energy security.
Broken Hill lead studied in detail
Researchers say they have solid proof that current mining operations are responsible for lead contamination.
Remote asbestos issues assessed
The ASEA says remote Indigenous communities are riddled with dumped asbestos.
Climate leader speaks against gas
Tim Flannery has warned against investing in “dying” fossil fuel industries.
Big Melbourne moves unveiled
The City of Melbourne has announced a $12 million project to create two new open spaces in the CBD and Southbank.
Calls for extended IA pipeline
The local government sector has backed the Federal Government’s “good debt” infrastructure plans.
Premier pushes COAG reform
New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian has called for a radical rethink of federal-state relations.
TasWater takeover slammed again
Tasmanian councils are still fighting the State Government takeover of TasWater.
WA councils in corruption claim
A number of Western Australian councils have been identified as being at high risk of fraud.
Community renewables gaining capital
Investors are snapping up opportunities in the community-funded renewable energy sector.
Clean power requires batteries and backing
The CSIRO says an active transition to a zero-carbon electricity system will need financial incentives.