Archived News for Professionals in Local Government - August, 2024
The NACC commissioner has reflected on the watchdog’s first year, while others criticise its direction so far.
LGAQ ranks options
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) has ranked parties in the state’s upcoming election.
Ancient protection backed
Indigenous land and water management knowledge is being shared at a national forum.
Undermined supplies studied
Experts say mining-induced damage to peatlands threatens Sydney’s water supply.
State split re-jigged
State and territory taxpayers could soon fund a larger share of major infrastructure projects.
Green light for SunCable
The Federal Government has granted approval for what could be the largest solar farm in the world.
Middle Arm fuel issues raised
The role of fossil fuels in the NT’s “sustainable development precinct” has been questioned.
Border role filled
Ian Leavers has been appointed Queensland's first Cross-Border Commissioner amid rising border tensions.
Light list for NSW poll
The NSW Liberal Party will not take legal action following an error that saw nearly 140 of its candidates disqualified from council elections.
Experts model city issues
New modelling is being used to predict water catchment issues decades ahead.
PFAS found in Sydney supply
PFAS chemicals have been detected in Sydney’s drinking water catchments.
Report shows Basin needs
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has released its mid-year report.
Coal fire effects continue
A new study shows the lung health impact from the Hazelwood mine fire persists years later.
Energy spend claims labour
Analysts say energy projects are taking away funding for housing and road infrastructure.
3G shutdown delayed
Telstra and Optus have announced a delay in the shutdown of their 3G mobile networks.