Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - July, 2020
Councils have welcomed proposed changes to Federal rules that would make producers of electronics more responsible for dealing with their products at the end of their life.
Funds flow to QLD locals
Queensland councils have successfully lobbied for a $200 million increase to the COVID-19 Works for Queensland program.
Ipswich revival funded
A $250 million project for Ipswich’s CBD has been approved following ten years of slow-going.
Call for NT water laws
Experts say the Northern Territory's drinking water legislation needs an urgent overhaul.
Fluoride still helps
A new study has again shown that fluoridated water is linked to fewer cases of severe tooth cavities.
Social spend suggested
Instead of helping with expensive renovations, the Federal Government is being urged to build social housing.
Zircon site saved
A remote patch of WA scrubland has been added to the National Heritage List in order to protect some truly ancient crystals.
Ghetto 'miracle' modelled
New modelling of World War II typhus infections reveals how public health interventions eradicated the disease.
Maps checked for AV future
Australian researchers are looking at the new data required for the next age of transport.
Anti-violence funds offered
New funding should help Victorian council staff call out gender-based violence.
Candidate training moved online
Mandatory training for all people considering nominating for council elections in Victoria has been moved online.
New award honours Aurukun mayor
Queensland councils have launched new awards to recognise anti-violence leadership.
Rate flexibility welcomed
A NSW Government body has recommended a more flexible rates system for councils.
Staff sought for road input
Council staff have been invited to participate in the formation of South Australia’s new road safety strategy.
Old flag flown in new fight
Victorian dairy farmers are flying the Eureka flag in a fight against rising water prices.
EPBC Act linked to decline
A federal review of Australia’s key environmental law has called for a new independent regulator to be created.