Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - December, 2022
Nominations are now open for a local government member on the South Australian Public Health Council for a three-year term.
Integrity overhaul outlined
A review report recommends massive changes to local government integrity measures in NSW.
Report shows road cost rise
Infrastructure Australia says road construction costs will peak at $7.6 billion next financial year.
Rolfe request rejected
The Supreme Court has thrown out a request by Constable Zachary Rolfe to avoid questions about a 2019 police shooting.
WA expands language lessons
WA’s school curriculum authority is working on a syllabus for the Punjabi language.
MDBA drops NSW advisory
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority has scrapped a deal with a First Nations advisory that it says failed ...
Big coal plan goes quiet
Glencore says it will withdraw from its $1.5 billion Valeria coal project in central Queensland.
Exploration sales anger councils
The NT Government is set to allow fracking companies to sell gas from the Beetaloo Basin before production approvals are granted.
NT changes 'racist' funding
The NT Government has scrapped a controversial school funding model based on attendance.
Tech tool details solar savings
A new solar calculator is letting Australians forecast cost savings on panels and batteries.
Fishing review finds issues
A report on commercial fishing in Western Australia has questioned the activities of state government officers.
Green efforts lauded
Several NSW councils have been recognised for their environmental achievements.
Mayor says camp ready for re-use
Brisbane’s lord mayor says a disused quarantine facility is ready to be used as crisis accommodation.
Coal mine rights breach ruled
The Queensland Land Court has ruled against a new coal mine on human rights grounds.
Councillor conduct questioned
New standards could be considered after a fiery Brisbane council meeting.
Melbourne makes top 10
Melbourne is the only Australian city in the top 10 of a new ranking of the most liveable cities.
Santos' Tiwi appeal fails
Gas giant Santos has lost its appeal against Tiwi Islands traditional owners.