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STATE GOVERNMENT NEWS

WA Police fights crime from the air

The Western Australian Air Wing fleet will use a second high tech helicopter for traffic enforcement and police pursuits.

Thu 17/05/2012 02:37:00 / Read More »

RailCorp shake-up causes job losses

Middle management bureaucracies will be slashed in the NSW railway service to make way for a re-organised specialist system.

Thu 17/05/2012 11:38:06 / Read More »

NSW data centres reduce IT load

Two data centres will be built in Western Sydney and Illawarra to consolidate NSW Government data storage.

Tue 15/05/2012 10:43:15 / Read More »
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT NEWS

Federal budget takes care of local government

The Federal Government's 2012 budget has been described as 'austere' and a missed opportunity to 'develop the nation's infrastructure', although it will continue financial assistance grants to local governments.

Tue 08/05/2012 11:05:29 / Read More »

Submarines surface to the next stage

Detailed studies and analysis will receive funding to inform the Australian Government's decision on the next stage of the Future Submarine Project.

Tue 08/05/2012 11:34:02 / Read More »

Rail link eases freight transport

More freight loads will be transported via rail through a Sydney south-west link constructed to ease road traffic.

Fri 27/04/2012 09:34:26 / Read More »
LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEWS

SA councils will recover roads

Local road funding will be delivered to South Australian councils for over five years.

Tue 15/05/2012 09:48:17 / Read More »

Penrith has Jack Thompson in the act

Penrith City Council will host a bicentenary of the 1813 Blue Mountains crossing in 2013 with veteran Australian actor, Jack Thompson representing the events.

Mon 14/05/2012 12:15:12 / Read More »

More local government opporutnites through NBN

The north-west New South Wales town of Bourke will be one of ten towns across Australia that will have a satellite ground station, while 11 more councils are eligible for digital funding.

Fri 11/05/2012 11:48:14 / Read More »

Tribunal blocks council re-categorisation

Council categories in New South Wales were assessed by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal, but the submission has been declined until 2015.

Fri 11/05/2012 11:13:50 / Read More »

Your Vote

What are your procurement priorities for 2012?

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Security for property

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MANAGEMENT

IDC says NSW strategy depends on management

The benefits of the NSW Government ICT Strategy 2012 depend on management evolving and adapting with the plan, according to analyst firm, IDC.

Tue 15/05/2012 11:54:21 / Read More »

Stopping fraud in government payment

Government agencies can fight improper payments, fraudulent behaviour and anomolies with fraud detecting software and services.

Fri 11/05/2012 11:21:44 / Read More »
E-GOVERNMENT

Fujitsu upgrades Victorian data centre

Global technology provider, Fujitsu has upgraded its Noble Park data centre in Victoria with sustainability and security as the main focus.

Thu 17/05/2012 01:00:47 / Read More »

Telstra gets cloudy with Healthways Australia

Telstra Business has struck a deal with the Australian arm of telehealth provider, Healthways, worth $1.9 million.

Tue 15/05/2012 12:12:17 / Read More »
SUSTAINABILITY

Carbon tax calculated for councils

The federal government will assist local councils to calculate their emissions and costs associated with the price of waste disposal.

Tue 01/05/2012 09:53:37 / Read More »


CONFERENCES & EVENTS

SPLASH! Pool & Spa Trade Show

25-26 July 2012, Jupiter’s Casino & Hotel

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AHPM Congress

13-14 August 2012 Doltone House, Sydney www.ahpmcongress.com.au

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COURSES & TRAINING

Contract Governance Education Programs

CPLi is a specialist provider of professional contract governance education programs and consulting services.

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Government funded business and management qualifications.

ITCC has a range of business and management qualifications, some of which are government funded. If eligible, Federal Government funding will cover the total cost of some of the below qualifications for you or your staff.

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Take the Pain out of Managing your Training

Partner with mytraining.net we help take the headache out of multi-quotation requirements & streamline training reservations

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SECURITY PROFILE

ADT Security Solutions

ADT Security can provide Government Security solutions such as Grade A1 monitoring, Type 1 certified installation and monitoring.

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GREEN PROCUREMENT

Zero emissions sweeper

The Green Machines 500ze is a Lithium-ion powered vacuum street sweeper, heralds a significant step in the drive for reduced carbon emissions and improved air quality.

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NEW PRODUCTS

Fujitsu General launches AIRSTAGE VR-II heat recovery system

Bringing its expertise to life at ARBS, global air conditioning specialist Fujitsu General has launched its AIRSTAGE VR-II heat recovery system.

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New Cat M Series

Now factory-fitted with AccuGrade-ready components – at no extra cost.

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Isuzu - The One For Low Emissions

Scratch the surface and it's easy to see that not all truck manufacturers are created equal in terms of exhaust emissions.

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