Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
Liberal leader Peter Dutton has confirmed his party will actively campaign against an Indigenous voice to Parliament.
Mayor considers ChatGPT action
A Victorian mayor could launch the first defamation lawsuit against ChatGPT.
Tin foil taken to councils
Reports this week shine light on a conspiracy group making incursions into local government.
Union backs sacked Rolfe
The dismissal of former-Constable Zachary Rolfe has been welcomed as a “win”.
Card control continues
Labor has introduced the new Indue SmartCard, despite an election promise to end compulsory income management for welfare recipients.
Shocking findings in child survey
The Australian government has revealed the results of a national survey on the prevalence of child maltreatment.
Alice waits on police pledge
Millions of dollars of federal funding earmarked for policing in the Northern Territory has yet to be allocated.
Patrick pulls vote challenge
Former senator Rex Patrick has withdrawn his legal challenge against the results of the recent Adelaide mayoral election in which he was a candidate.
Shadow backs road call
Australia's shadow local government minister has backed calls for more road funding.
Voice bill tabled
A historic bill to trigger the Voice referendum has been introduced to Australia's lower house.
Coal works could hurt water
Environmentalists say a coal mine in NSW is threatening Sydney’s drinking water.
Input sought for 50-year plan
South Australians are invited to have their say on Greater Adelaide’s water planning for generations to come.
Patient leak deepens
A health workers’ union has been revealed as the recipient of data from a serious breach at Canberra Health Services (CHS).
Black spots grants open
Applications are now open for the latest round of Regional Connectivity and Mobile Black Spot grants.
Majors reach Voice deal
Labor and the Coalition have come to an agreement to revise referendum conduct laws ...
Olympic needs outlined
Council advocates want to ensure the 2032 Brisbane Olympics to benefit the entire state.
Settler schemes welcomed
Councils have welcomed initiatives by the NSW and Federal governments to assist refugees and asylum seekers.