Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - December, 2017
WA councils say they want to work with the State Government to help repair the state budget without suffering too much.
Parkinson wants public survey
PM&C chief Martin Parkinson wants public service leaders to hold a national survey of Australian views of government service delivery.
WA makes deep school cuts
The WA Government has announced $64 million worth of education spending cuts.
Defence holds PFAS meetings
The Defence Department is continuing to respond to PFAS contamination near old RAAF bases.
Frack review makes many calls
The NT Government’s fracking inquiry has handed down a preliminary report that includes a call to protect groundwater resources.
STEM grant for Indigenous transition
The University of Melbourne is using a large grant to support Indigenous students on their journey from high school to the workplace.
LGAQ plots digital switch
A new report looks at how Queensland councils have responded to new opportunities presented by the shift to a digital economy.
New dates for Scaffidi hearing
Perth Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi will face more sessions early next year to determine a revised penalty ...
Study backs local decisions
A new survey suggests three-quarters of residents and ratepayers believe councils should be in charge ...
Suspension threat for Fraser mayor
Fraser Coast mayor Chris Loft has been given seven days to show why he should not be suspended.
Adelaide hit for cap fail
Adelaide City Council has been fined $90,000 environmental breaches described as “deliberate” and “unacceptable”.
Call for new WA water charges
Western Australia’s water utilities are charging more for water than it costs them to provide.
Blood tests funded for PFAS town
The Federal Government has finally announced blood tests will be offered to Katherine residents affected by toxic firefighting foam.
NSW Nationals on coal drive
The NSW Nationals want to use money from asset sales to build a new coal-fired power station.