Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - December, 2016
The South Australian Government will spend $20 million on more trams and a new 100-metre line.
Fraud findings land in Victoria
Two candidates in this year's Melbourne City Council election have been charged after allegations of electoral fraud.
Transparency review released
The Victorian Ombudsman has issued a report on local government transparency and accessibility.
AusPost safety steps slammed
Residents of one Victorian town have told Australia Post what they think of safety regulations.
Work safety at whim of climate
Public health officials say that as the length and severity of hot weather increases, work practices must change.
Recognition talks launched
The first meetings on the constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people start this week.
Wind funds blow Barnaby's way
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has put up $120 million for a wind farm in Barnaby Joyce’s electorate.
LGAQ slams new union powers
The peak body for Queensland councils is outraged at new industrial relations laws.
States could make new ETS
SA Premier Jay Weatherill wants the states to set up an emissions-trading system without the Federal Government.
Teachers told to quiet views
Education Minister Simon Birmingham has warned “green activist” teachers against protesting the abuse of asylum seekers.
Mayors attack water plans
Parliamentary hearings in Tasmania have seen TasWater’s upgrade plans savaged.
Disability fixes funded
Workplaces will be encouraged to employ people with disabilities, fund leadership and create ...
Nanotech set to tackle WA dust
Nanotechnology could be the solution to dust problems in industrial areas.
NT mining influence highlighted
Environmentalists are concerned about the amount of mining industry figures on an NT Government-appointed board.
Phone fight on rural grounds
Telstra has accused Vodafone of being an infrastructure “freeloader” ...