Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - May, 2023
Brisbane is considering relocating homeless people to a disused COVID quarantine centre.
Alice Springs spending outlined
Ministers have detailed specific funding pledges for the town of Alice Springs.
Budget backs togetherness
The Federal Budget has focused new spending on bringing together Commonwealth, state and local governments.
Councils keen for FA Grants
Councils have welcomed this week’s “solid investment” in local government.
Darwin link progressed
New infrastructure will soon see a dramatic boost to Darwin’s internet access.
Tower settlement tabled
Victorian public housing tower residents who were locked down during Melbourne's second wave of COVID-19 have been offered a $5 million settlement by the state government.
Trustee reforms coming
WA is working on a new fee model and controlling board for the state's Public Trustee.
Farm gas standard set
CSIRO has launched a new standard for assessing agricultural greenhouse gas emissions.
MDB money flows
The latest federal budget includes new funding to ‘future-proof’ the Murray-Darling Basin.
Salmon plan lands
The Tasmanian government has released a Salmon Industry Plan aimed at reviving public support for the island's salmon industry.
Water spending contained
The Albanese Government is looking to save over $800 million by scrapping old water projects.
Asbestos scuttle begins
The West Australian government has commenced the demolition of Wittenoom, a ghost town that was once a hub for asbestos mining.
Warning system boost backed
New money will be spent upgrading Australia’s emergency warning SMS system.
Sydney sites set for refresh
This week's budget includes funding to repair the ‘neglected’ sites of Sydney Harbour.
VNI inquiry proposed
Opponents want an inquiry into the Victoria to New South Wales Interconnector West (VNI West) renewable energy project.
CSG health issues reviewed
CSIRO researchers have explored the influence of coal seam gas activity on human health.
Missing millions called out
Millions of dollars allocated to provide water security for Indigenous groups in the Murray-Darling Basin has yet to be utilised ...
Park money promised
Australia's national parks are set to receive a much-needed boost, with the upcoming federal budget set to provide over $250 million in extra funding.