Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
To celebrate World Water Day, Melbourne Water has highlighted its efforts to deliver Melbourne’s renowned water.
BHP linked to dusty town
A government review has found BHP mines are the “dominant source” of dust in the WA town of Newman.
Amazon outlines launch spree
Amazon has announced its plans to launch its first batch of internet satellites in the first half of 2024 ...
City pushed to fine homeless
The Darwin council says it has fined more rough sleepers in response to NT Government pressure.
Councils point to grant pledge
Councils are calling for “fair increases” in Financial Assistance Grants to local governments.
Flood needs detailed
A critical lack of federal funding is leaving Queensland with a flood warning system prone to breakdown and patchy coverage ...
MRRF pays out
The Federal Government has put up nearly $400 million for medical research projects, including projects to improve First Nations health.
RAI launches Western plan
The Regional Australia Institute (RAI) has unveiled bold ambitions for regional WA.
Bee sting continues
Almost a year since the deadly varroa mite was discovered at NSW properties, more sites are emerging.
SA desal site picked
The SA Government has chosen the cheapest Port Lincoln desalination option it was presented with.
NSW changing coal rules
NSW could soon grant coal-miners licences for water from Sydney and Illawarra drinking catchments.
Council prayer paused
Melbourne’s City of Boroondara has halted the use of a Christian prayer at its meetings.
Expenses probe concludes
Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour has commented on his “public lynching”.
Fire map help sought
Experts want local input to improve bushfire maps in the ACT and Snowy Monaro regions.
Gap goals get further
Nine of Australia’s ‘Closing the Gap’ targets are not on track, according to new data.
Murder probe sees council sacked
A Victorian council has been sacked after the murder of a senior employee sparked an investigation that uncovered ...
Locals lament leak risk
Environmentalists are outraged at a pipeline they say could leak toxic chemicals into a drinking water dam in WA.
NSW buys big parcel
The New South Wales government has acquired its largest ever parcel of land to be transformed into a national park.
Premier speaks on council probe
The NSW Premier says harsh action should be taken against those involved in misconduct at a Sydney council, potentially including his own brothers.
Stolen spears set to return
A set of spears stolen by Captain James Cook are being returned to their Country.