Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - November, 2019
The Federal Water Minister says one state is blocking plans for more oversight of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Councils back vote cost review
New South Wales councils have welcomed a new review in the wake of massive 2020 election cost hikes.
PM hit over Clover probe call
The Prime Minister is under fire for calling the NSW Police Commissioner about an investigation into his energy minister.
Report calls for can scheme
An inquiry has found that a container deposit scheme in Victoria could net the State Government $550 million.
Respect events supported
Victorian councils are supporting 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.
Warwick pipe plan reviewed
The Queensland Government is investigating a proposed 90-kilometre pipeline from South East Queensland to the Southern Downs.
Women face extra climate effects
New research suggests climate change will have a particularly negative impact on women.
Uber loses London license
Uber has lost its London operating licence over a “pattern of failures” on safety and security.
Developer influence detailed
A corruption inquiry has been told that two City of Casey councillors held ‘very significant’ financial ties to developers.
PC audits NT child money
The Productivity Commission says around half a billion in spending on NT child protection has been used inefficiently.
Road ribbons carry warning
WA councils have launched a new campaign that allows people to spread road safety messages.
Illegal logging spotted
There is concern that “widespread” illegal logging is putting Melbourne’s drinking water at risk.
Island water supplies block growth
A lack of water security in the Arnhem Land community of Milingimbi are slowing social progress, locals say.
Level 2 looms for Sydney
Sydney could face level two water restrictions by the end of the year, as dam levels continue to fall.
Climate/health effects checked
Climate change is already damaging the health of the world’s children, and Australia is at significant risk of health decline too.
Big LG bill tabled
Years of consultation have led to the introduction of the Local Government Bill 2019 in Victorian parliament this week.
Councils come to green agreement
A coalition of Sydney councils has pledged to recycle 45 million glass bottles and buy more recycled material.
Inner West drops Jan 26 events
Inner West Council has become the first in Sydney to drop Australia Day celebrations ...
Authorities respond to Yuendumu death
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has been criticised for its delayed response to the police shooting of a teenager in the Northern Territory.
Kimba backs waste dump
A majority of residents in the SA town of Kimba have voted in favour of a nuclear waste dump.