Local Government News
Russia has imposed sanctions on 235 Australians, including high-profile politicians.
Shire levy slammed
Mornington Peninsula Shire has proposed a mandatory development contribution scheme to address its social housing deficit.
APVMA to stay in place
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) will not return to Canberra, despite ...
Vaccine impact modelled
Research suggests COVID-19 vaccination significantly mitigated the death toll among older adults in NSW.
Surveys show major bleaching
The Great Barrier Reef is undergoing its fifth major bleaching event since 2016, according to the latest snapshot.
Radio sweep shows doses
A new study finds Melbourne's radio wave exposure has been unchanged over the past decade.
Second swearing for new seats
Brisbane Councillors will be sworn in again after an administrative bungle.
Alinta boss sees price rise
A big player in the energy sector says Australians will pay more for power.
Processing suggested for Darwin hub
The possibility of new fossil fuel activities have stirred controversy in the Northern Territory.
Regional staffing slashed
The Department of Regional NSW has announced the elimination of over 100 roles.
Long leases to lock poll sties
In a surprising sign of Australia’s tight rental market, the Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) says it has secured year-long leases for multiple venues initially acquired for the March 16 local government elections.
EPA takes action on asbestos
Australia’s asbestos mulch scandal has spread, with discoveries in a number of Melbourne parks.
NT seeks more police
The NT Government has put up $200 million to recruit 200 additional police officers over the next four years.
VicGrid plots path
VicGrid has announced details of its planned investigation into a new transmission line route.
NWI shift outlined
The Federal Government has unveiled a new plan to overhaul the nation’s overarching water policy...
Rain drives desal decision
Cheaper bills and healthy water supply appear to be coming for Melbourne.
Dry models show mega risk
Experts say Australia is on track for unprecedented, decades-long megadroughts.