Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
The Mayor of Rockhampton has confirmed her belief that something will replace the Central Queensland Local Government Association (CQLGA), but it is not clear just what that will be.
Miners say they pay the bills, even without MRRT boosts
As the Minerals Resource Rent Tax (MRRT) is collapsed by the Government’s repeal bill, the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has launched a report claiming it contributes billions to local communities regardless of the tax.
NSW moves to put lid on Crown Lands
Legislation is making its way through the New South Wales Upper House to amend the Crown Lands Act, in an effort to protect licence agreements for hundreds of farmers.
PCYCs worry in wait for un-promised funds
Millions of dollars in funding has been put on hold by the change in federal government, and many community groups fear they will never see the money.
Public sector concern over QLD work law shift
Changes to industrial relations laws have been called “WorkChoices for Queensland,” but the state’s Attorney-General says public servants’ entitlements will stay.
Claims of impending cuts; an excuse for no attrition
The Federal Government has accused the former Labor-led government of planning to cut thousands of public service jobs, without telling the public or making budgetary allowances for redundancies.
Billions banked on bus-rail build
The Queensland Government has unveiled plans to build a $5 billion dual bus and train tunnel across 5.4 kilometres of Brisbane’s CBD.
Outback councils call for pledged road completion
Some council leaders in remote Queensland are pushing for a better road to link the country’s east and west.
Broken Hill summit celebrates international sisters
Delegates have travelled from around the world to attend a conference in Broken Hill, which celebrates the official links made between some global cities.
CQ Local Government Association to disband
Cost-cutting measures will see the end of a local government association, leaving one less avenue for expertise, planning and advocacy.
Groups link for vegetable boost
A new agreement could yield significant improvements for Western Australian vegetable producers, by linking them with local council resources.
Locals welcome push to the bush
The Queensland Government’s new plan could see thousands of residents heading for the bush, and all the social and lifestyle improvements it holds.
Perth council lines re-drawn again
Its seems each new week brings another proposal for the re-drawing of Perth’s council map, the newest one seeing 30 councils cut down to 15.
Reforms aimed to end micro-plague
Officials are trying to change the rules in South Australia’s Upper House, to avoid being swamped by micro-parties and complex preferential deals.
Senator speaks on fighting the racial divide
The maiden speech of Australia's first Indigenous woman in Federal Parliament could be the start of a new era in the political and social treatment of the country’s original inhabitants.
Senator supports secure site, but not equality
A Canberra local has touched on a number of topics, including the need for a better site for large events in the city.
Task-force formed to gauge Eyre resource risk
A taskforce has been created by a local government association to investigate the potentially harmful, impacts of mining development on regional communities.
Court case shows Ministers' pressure on public staff
Revelations in an ongoing corruption enquiry have shown the unique stresses many workers in government departments feel.
Final chance to affect the flow of Murray plan
Authorities are entering their final pleas before the new Murray Darling basin Plan deal is sealed, seeking to make sure water flows where it is needed.
Law change moves favour to the miners, locals say
A quietly introduced piece of mining legislation has created concern from communities in Victoria.
Telework week shows remote possibility
The Department of Communications will host a talk on the office of the future, encouraging everyone to look to ‘teleworking’ for a better way to do their jobs.