Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - March, 2021
Darwin’s e-scooter trial will continue, despite concerns about the injury rate.
Beach safety schemes unchecked
A review has found Australia’s beach safety programs are not being evaluated.
Review rejects hoarding claims
Researchers say water hoarding and and speculation are not driving price rises in the Murray-Darling Basin.
New city dubbed 'Bradfield'
A new city centre near Sydney’s second airport will be named after engineer John Bradfield.
Interventions aid rural kids' teeth
Indigenous kids’ tooth decay rates have been reduced in remote north Queensland.
Tech eyes to spy on fires
Australia will soon use satellites and drones to spot bushfires when they break out.
Court action over booze call
A major Aboriginal health service has launched legal action over the approval of Darwin's first Dan Murphy’s store.
Dutton calls could face audit
The audit office says it is “considering” an audit of a federal funding scheme dogged by accusations of pork-barreling.
Labor calls for LG inclusion
The federal opposition wants to include local government representation in National Cabinet.
New body for Aboriginal abuses
Victoria is becoming the first Australian jurisdiction to set up a formal commission to investigate injustices against Aboriginal people.
Provider slammed for river discharge
A Victorian water provider has been fined for discharging wastewater into a river.
Study plots pill-test response
Research suggests that pill testing at festivals does not encourage people to take more drugs.
Lobby looks for rate change
NSW councils say last year’s budget stimulus helped, but more is needed.
Victoria makes mental health pledges
Victoria has pledged to create an independent Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission.