Local Government News
As some Australian cities aim for '15-minute' convenience, most suburbs remain far behind.
Hunter Water switches on solar
Hunter Water says its new solar farm will save $700,000 annually in energy costs.
Sydney PFAS probed
WaterNSW says PFAS levels in Sydney’s dams are “negligible”, excluding Medlow Dam.
Uranium search approved
Uranium drilling has been approved in South Australia to meet global nuclear demand.
Rural health needs detailed
The Federal Government has laid out its expectations for Australia's new National Rural Health Commissioner.
Voting returns to rural council
Central Darling Shire will soon have an elected council after more than a decade under administration.
Museum cuts withdrawn
The SA Government has abandoned a controversial plan to restructure the South Australian Museum.
TasWater talks for major work
TasWater has launched a community engagement initiative to prepare Hobart residents for the Selfs Point Sewer Transformation Project.
Climate guide for WA sources
A new climate projections guide has been released to support water resource management in Western Australia.
Coal approvals criticised
The Albanese government’s coal mine extensions have ignited a fiery climate controversy.
Flood warning update begins
The Federal Government has launched a decade-long overhaul of Australia’s flood warning systems.
Vital NT store re-opened
The Federal Government says new funding will help address food insecurity in remote First Nations communities.
WA to hold back gas
Western Australia is adjusting gas exports in an attempt to secure local energy and jobs.
3G fears in WA
The imminent 3G shutdown has sparked fears of poor connectivity in regional Western Australia.
Criminal plan questioned
The NT's plan to lower the criminal age to 10 has sparked fierce debate and backlash.
Jail time over bribes
A public servant has been jailed over a scam involving a BMW and $200,000 in bribes.
Universal childcare outlined
The Productivity Commission has laid out the path to universal childhood education.
Sydney faces train actions
Sydney's train system teeters on chaos, as unions and government clash over fares and pay.