Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - October, 2016
Queensland’s Office of Industrial Relations claimed black lung was eradicated, while also paying out for it.
Army asking for tank access
The Department of Defence wants permission to drive heavy military vehicles on civilian roads.
Council combats tree inequality
New research has looked at the 'thermal inequality' created by a lack of trees in poorer suburbs.
Late alarm for tap contamination
A NSW council has rushed to apologise after taking two years to warn residents of water contamination.
Lifeline NT failed by funding
The Northern Territory government has refused further funding for Lifeline Top End.
Local builds get Federal funds
The last infrastructure projects to receive money from the National Stronger Regions Fund have been announced.
Jobs drop in MDB plan's wake
The Murray Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has painted a grim picture of job losses due to water buy backs in Queensland and NSW.
Landers lime tanks on the way
A giant metal tube will soon start playing an important role in south-east Queensland’s water security.
Perth pulls on desal supply
Desalinated water currently provides the bulk of Perth’s drinking supplies.
Warnings held in water forecast
The Australian Water Association has launched its latest Australian Water Outlook.
QLD sprints for Carmichael approval
The Queensland Government is fast-tracking the remaining approvals for Adani’s Carmichael coal mine.
Council's clean energy efforts marked
The local government-run Sunshine Coast Solar Farm has reached a milestone.
NBN sends new satellite skyward
The NBN’s second Sky Muster satellite has launched, on its way to bringing more coverage to some of our most internet-starved areas.
Public sector places low in LGBTI figures
The public sector is lagging when it comes to workplace LGBTI inclusion.
Remote scheme hurting workers
Job providers say a remote work for the dole scheme is “causing more harm than good”.
Report calls for smart city changes
Infrastructure Victoria has called for a congestion tax in Melbourne's city centre.
Dentists decry anti-fluoride drive
The Australian Dental Association has issued a warning about “extremist” anti-fluoride groups.
NSW looks to hooks for safety
The NSW Government is installing 85 drumlines to take out sharks on the north coast.