Archived News for Professionals in Local Government
The Northern Territory's police minister says national silence on Indigenous deaths is contributing to a lack of funding.
Roads watched in Reef check
Queensland councils want to protect the Great Barrier Reef by monitoring thousands of kilometres of unsealed country roads.
State pushed on dodgy spend
The Queensland Government is being pushed to reveal details of overseas trips taken by Ipswich councillors on public money.
Dismal quality in database call
Experts say Australians in more than 400 remote or regional communities lack access to good-quality drinking water.
Rural water tech coming
A new platform will soon allow rural Queenslanders to monitor and improve their water use.
EV highway heads west
Queensland is extending its electric vehicle charging network into remote areas.
More funds for regional hearts
The SA government has provided funding to expand a charity for kids with heart disease.
CEO fuel deal slammed
The South Australian ombudsman has highlighted maladministration in a “generous” council allowance for CEO vehicles.
Huon hiring issue upheld
Code-of-conduct breaches have been upheld against two Tasmanian councillors.
Ipswich to ditch bridge name
Ipswich City Council has voted to rename a bridge named after a disgraced former mayor.
Many missed in QLD scheme
A new report finds Queensland’s new social housing scheme will not address the needs of thousands of residents at risk ...
New line for train reports
Victoria will soon have a dedicated service for people to report sexual harassment and offensive behaviour on public transport.
Bee cull compo opened
An $18 million compensation package has been opened for registered beekeepers affected by the varroa mite outbreak.
Coal mine fined for cracks
A coal mine has been fined for “unacceptable” damage to world-renowned NSW rock formations.
Report slams NT take
An independent study of the NT's largest-ever groundwater licence says the project “makes no sense” for taxpayers.
EV viability reviewed
Experts say electric vehicles may be feasible for 99 per cent of rural Australia.
Houses miss solar dollars
Experts say many Australian households are not getting the maximum savings from their household solar systems.
Bullying report demanded
Allegations of bullying have emerged at a council in Melbourne's outer south-west.
Cemetary shift surveyed
Cemeteries and Crematoria NSW (CCNSW) wants feedback on proposed changes from council operators.