Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
The Tasmanian Government has been forced to launch a full-scale inquiry into unresolvable conflicts within the Glenorchy City Council.
Violence stats show regional struggle
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has announced increased federal government funding to tackle the issue of partner violence in Australia, and experts say the funds must reach rural and regional communities.
Research reaching out to irritated irrigators
Experts want irrigators and other water-users to speak out about their stresses and pressures.
Senators call for Basin Plan pause
Senate crossbenchers say Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull should stop the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, until the social and economic consequences of its implementation are better understood.
State reaches for ancient natural knowledge
The Queensland Government will get tips on good water use in rural areas from the people who have been managing it the longest.
Tough times getting desperate on dry island
Thousands of people have been forced to bathe in and drink contaminated water, as a tropical island off Queensland becomes considerably less idyllic.
FIFO report launches push for better deal
The Queensland Government has completed its review of fly-in-fly-out work and its effect on communities.
QLD council wants to block rogue 'roos
The Queensland Shire of Barcoo is applying for funds to protect its residents from marauding kangaroos.
Glencore bags Newcastle's green view
A top executive from mining giant Glencore has slammed the Newcastle City Council for not supporting coal mines.
Mine rating system to stay in WA
A mine-rating policy in Western Australia has become permanent, leading to celebrations at some councils.
QLD councils to rally for real change
Queensland councils are taking bold steps this weekend to stop domestic violence.
SA locals want more say on planning
A new survey has found that more than 60 per cent of South Australians want more of a say in planning their own communities.
Officials to talk on Broken Hill supply plan
A community forum next week will let residents of Broken Hill speak directly to NSW water minister Niall Blair.
Riverprize goes to excellent ecosystem crew
The 2015 Riverprize has been awarded to a South Australian Indigenous organisation for its exemplary ecosystem management.
Owners say coal plan ignores cultural needs
The traditional owners of the Galilee Basin want to stop the Adani Carmichael coal mining project, and are taking their concerns to the United Nations.
Tassie planning proposal gets green groups riled
Tasmanian community environmental groups say the state’s new planning scheme will destroy their ability to influence planning decisions.
ALGA welcomes fresh local eyes
Councils across the country are waiting to see whether the new Turnbull ministry will finally bring a proper focus on local government issues.
Cashless card plans slammed
The Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) says the South Australian and federal governments should scrap plans for cashless welfare cards.
Double recycling levy may not meet goal
The Australian Council of Recycling (ACOR) says doubling SA councils’ waste levies would create 600 jobs and see almost all the state's waste diverted from landfill.
Fund for local money matters restored
The WA Government has “backflipped” on its decision not to provide community financial counselling funds, and councils are celebrating.
Satellites launched for better services
The NBN satellite that will allegedly deliver fats internet to rural Australia has launched, and the Bureau of Meteorology has switched on its new satellite too.