Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - January, 2021
The Federal Government has opened a new fund for child care services in vulnerable and disadvantaged communities.
New tech for NSW schools
Hundreds of regional schools in NSW will share in $366 million worth of tech upgrades.
Catholic schools get loose funds
NSW catholic schools have been given free rein on a $230 million taxpayer ‘slush fund’.
Council suspension extended
The NSW Government has extended the suspension of Central Coast Council for an additional three months.
Data61 testing key data tool
Experts are working on new privacy tools to protect government databases.
Tree boost to cool Perth
The WA Government is funding efforts to cool suburbs by increasing tree cover.
WFH hoped to ease traffic woes
Infrastructure Victoria says more flexible working terms could ease public transport issues.
City helped by Swedish link
The Victorian city of Warrnambool has linked with a Swedish counterpart to work on a solar-to-hydrogen technology exchange.
Hughenden seeks new supplies
The remote Queensland town of Hughenden has launched two schemes to better utilise the region's water.
Noosa plan reassessed
Authorities are taking a second look at Noosa’s Lake Macdonald Dam Upgrade project.
NSW ticks tunnel plans
The NSW Government has granted approval for the Western Harbour Tunnel - the city's third harbour crossing.
City asylum seekers freed
At least 26 refugees and asylum seekers have been freed from a Melbourne hotel after years in immigration detention.
Rocky ready for stacked ballot
A record 17 candidates are on the ballot for the upcoming Rockhampton mayoral race.
Unemployment slides to 6.6pc
A drop in Australia's unemployment level has been taken as an early sign of economic recovery.
Low scores prompt duck call
Most Victorian hunters cannot identify the type of ducks they are allowed to shoot.
SA allows sacred lake drilling
The South Australian Government has approved drilling on a sacred Aboriginal site.
Lung health app expanded
A new app has been launched to help vulnerable Australians learn about lung health.
NT picks 'Care' partners
The NT government has announced details of its $64 million child protection system overhaul.
ACCC calls for insurance change
The ACCC has released a report saying Northern Australian communities need more affordable insurance.