Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - March, 2022
The Federal Government says it will put up more money to fix bridges across the country.
Central Coast cohort sacked
Every councillor at the NSW Central Coast Council has been sacked in the wake of a report into...
Cops call for shooting probe
NT Police are responding to the acquittal of Constable Zachary Rolfe’s murder charges.
PM pushed for more flood funds
NSW Government MPs and staff are calling on Scott Morrison to sign off on new flood funding.
Disaster fund described
The architects of a $10 billion cyclone reinsurance pool say a similar fund is needed for other natural disasters.
State silent on dam costs
The NSW Government is staying quiet on the cost of planned drought security projects.
Katter backs wind claims
A federal MP wants the Queensland Government to stop a wind farm development in Far North Queensland.
Parks report shows disconnect
The relationship between Parks Australia and Traditional Owners appears to be in dire straits.
Rate shift welcomed
The NSW Government is looking at a special one-off rate variation for planned infrastructure and community services.
Vic. ditches rates plan
The Victorian Government says a planned rates exemption for social and affordable housing is “off the table for good”.
WALGA leaders elected
Shire of Morawa President Karen Chappel has been elected President of the WA Local Government Association (WALGA).
NT's dry past detailed
A study of tree rings and other data suggests NT water allocations may be too generous.
Harsh words for flooded homes
The head of the government's disaster recovery agency has been told to resign after brashly criticising floodplain development.
Sub site scouted
Defence is deciding on a site to build a new submarine base to support a future nuclear-powered fleet.
Telstra signs LEO deal
Telstra has signed a new deal that could see it compete directly with Elon Musk’s Starlink system.
Car park plan cut
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has abandoned plans for four car parks in his own Melbourne electorate.
Court booked for sign stoush
Legal action is being taken over a Victorian council’s ruling on election signs.
Disaster roaming demanded
Local governments in Queensland want a trial of domestic mobile roaming during emergencies to start soon.
Judge reflects on changes
A retiring NSW Supreme Court Chief Justice says the legal system is failing Indigenous people and impeding diversity.