Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
Traditional owners in the Gibson Desert could host a nuclear waste dump previously intended for Muckaty Station.
Funds to keep remote chance at safety
New funds mean a NSW farming facility can keep its doors open and continue keeping people safe.
Direct method may not be best for all regions
$22 million will be used to spread the Direct Instruction method of teaching in remote areas of Queensland, Northern Territory and Western Australia.
TAFE-Uni linked launched in $200 million push for the bush
The Federal Education Minister has officially opened Queensland’s first dual sector university.
$8 billion extreme weather fix finished
Building and roadwork for “the biggest reconstruction effort in Australia’s history” have been completed in Queensland.
Bill to let councils link for dual benefits
More community services and less bureaucratic interruption could come from a Bill introduced into Western Australian Parliament this week.
Councils' unbalanced books questioned
New South Wales Local Government Minister Paul Toole has some stern words in store after reading the report cards of several regional councils.
Opportunity awaits in brand new city
A new city has been born in Western Australia, bringing a name change for the local council as well.
Privacy rights raised in farm filming fight
A State Government denies that its new laws are aimed at stopping whistleblowers and rights activists.
Tech deal to bring handy help for locals
One of the best ways for local governments to save time and money while improving services is through better internet and mobile technologies.
Terms drawn for Federation reform
The Federal Government is moving closer to a reform of Australia’s three tiers of government.
Advanced meters let water help flow
Sydney Water has selected its wireless water-metering systems for new installations, announcing the award of an ongoing tender this week.
Documents hint at big data duping for dump
Freedom-of-information documents have shown that sediment impacts from dredging works in Queensland would be beyond the range of computer models, but it was approved regardless.
Melbourne moves to ease transport strain
A range of upgrades have been announced for Melbourne’s road and public transport networks.
New problems from old mines continue to cost millions
Media investigations have shown the ongoing costs of the mining industry in New South Wales, with close to $9 million spent dealing with legacy mine issues in the last five years.
More fear for farm studies prompts National call
A rural Parliamentarian says Nationals MPs should be more outspoken about massive fee hikes to the degrees relevant to their regions.
Globe-trotting government needs questioned
Outrage is stirring over the amount that Victorian councils spend on overseas travel for councillors.
Online planning plans prompt concern in WA councils
The West Australian Local Government Minister Tony Simpson is looking at a new system that would see planning applications for local councils moved online.
Regional posts short-changed by mail's main office
Some post office operators say Australia Post is not paying them enough, as their business costs continue to escalate.
Science staff fight taken up nationwide
Staff rallies will continue as CSIRO fights to preserve its ranks.
Suspension kept minutes from Central Darling's return
Six months under administration will continue for the Central Darling Shire Council, as the Local Government Minister calls for an inquiry.