Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - November, 2019
South Australia is turning on its desal plant so that upstream farms can have more water.
Victoria to fell logging
The Victorian Government has announced a multi-million-dollar plan to end native logging.
Artifacts back on country
Sacred Indigenous artefacts have been returned to traditional owners after almost a century in US museums.
Drought loans re-jigged
The Federal Government is unveiling a reformed $500 million drought stimulus package.
Lobby wants exemption ended
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) wants large organisations to pay rates.
Regional spend slammed
The Morrison Government's management of a $220 million regional jobs scheme is being strongly criticised.
RSL outraged over tree plan
A regional RSL is pushing to have charges laid against the Snowy Monaro Regional Council for allegedly damaging the town’s memorial park with paint.
Murray 'emergency' call urged
Experts are calling on the Federal Government to declare a water emergency in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Study shows ancient value
Indigenous academics are calling for a new look at the governance and practices of mainstream environmental management.
Cladding list to stay secret
A list of 444 NSW buildings potentially clad in flammable material will not be made public.
City swamped with extreme pollution
Authorities in New Delhi have declared a public health emergency due to incredible levels of air pollution.
Will to test pills missing
Experts say Australia should adopt pill testing, but lacks the political will to do so.