Local Government News
A ransomware gang has targeted SA’s Wattle Range Council, threatening to release over 40,000 stolen files.
Liverpool to fight claims
Sydney’s Liverpool City Council says it will initiate legal action against the New South Wales government following claims of widespread dysfunction.
Water class enhanced
Melbourne Water has launched a new education centre designed to teach Victorian students about ...
Earthquake concern lowers dam
Hunter Water has announced immediate measures to lower water levels in Grahamstown Dam.
City told to explain itself
The Liverpool City Council has been given a week to justify why it should not be suspended.
Councils seek energy input
Local governments in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland are advocating for a more significant role in planning renewable energy projects.
Tram strike to slow services
Sydney commuters will endure significant peak hour disruptions this week as light rail workers strike over pay and conditions.
Treaty process continues
Victoria is on the brink of a historic milestone, poised to become the first Australian state to negotiate an Indigenous treaty.
Local links in Port Augusta plan
A new community partnership has been formed in the hope of creating a safer, stronger Port Augusta.
Ombudsman pushes obligations
A government body has called for the reclassification of mobile services.
River renaming floated
Sydney's Cooks River could be renamed “Goolay'yari”, meaning “place of pelican dreaming” in local Aboriginal languages.
Millions drive NT efforts
The Federal and Northern Territory governments have announced new investment in water security projects.
Inquiry slams Sydney road
A parliamentary inquiry has condemned the traffic chaos caused by the $3.9 billion Rozelle interchange in NSW.
Racism missed on all levels
Governments have been accused of inadequately addressing racism, with many even avoiding the term altogether.
SA signs green deal
South Australia has become the first state to sign a deal aimed at providing renewable energy to every ...
Referral over mining links
The CEO of the Anindiliyakwa Land Council has been referred to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
Kiama conduct questioned
The Kiama Council CEO has referred three councillors to ICAC over allegations of corrupt conduct.
Dingo DNA shows low mixing
Australian researchers have shown that modern dingoes share almost no ancestry with domestic dogs.
Indigenous protection expanded
The Federal Government has announced the creation of 12 new Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) following a $14.6 million investment.
Heath site boost outlined
The Albanese Government has announced a $100 million investment in health infrastructure for First Nations communities.
New England REZ deemed critical
NSW has declared the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission project as Critical State Significant Infrastructure (CSSI).