Blame game over Queensland housing crisis

Directly rebutting the development industry's claim that councils are responsible for the housing affordability crisis, the Queensland councils' peak body has launched a development watchdog website. more...

[Fri 18/07/2008 03:17:20]

No room to pull political strings

Adelaide City Council has lost a significant portion of its power over building planning, followed by a recent review that revealed its highly politicised assessment procedure. more...

[Fri 18/07/2008 11:46:33]

Review into local government revenue seeks feedback

The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) is inviting comment on the first stage of its review into the revenue framework for local government in NSW. more...

[Wed 16/07/2008 11:31:19]

Shoalhaven to spread home composting

Following a successful 12-month trial, Shoalhaven City Council is set to spread its home composting project to 5,000 households in 2008/09. more...

[Mon 14/07/2008 04:15:15]

LGSA: Shellharbour elections should take place before 2012

New elections in Shellharbour City Council should take place as soon as possible. more...

[Thu 10/07/2008 11:30:07]

Shellharbour City Council sacked

The New South Wales Government has sacked Shellharbour City Council due to infighting and 'appalling' behaviour by its elected members. more...

[Thu 10/07/2008 09:17:38]

Hobart, Wodonga councils win top business award

Hobart City Council and the City of Wodonga have emerged as joint gold winners in Sydney last night at the Australian Business Excellence Awards. more...

[Wed 09/07/2008 09:58:57]

Great Lakes Council extends 10-year rescue plan for oyster industry

Indicators show success for Wallis Lake water quality commitment more...

[Wed 09/07/2008 09:53:04]

Extended transitional care to benefit elderly patients

A $300 million transition care program is expected to help elderly people regain independence after a hospital stay, instead of being rushed into nursing homes. more...

[Mon 30/06/2008 04:25:06]

New laws for civilised drinking culture

New liquor laws come into effect to tackle Sydney's binge drinking epidemic. more...

[Mon 30/06/2008 04:07:11]

Riding the waves of change

This year's Tasmanian Local Government Conference has instigated new ideas and strategies to effectively address impending challenges to be faced by councils. more...

[Fri 27/06/2008 12:06:25]

Shellharbour Council in a nutshell

The problem-ridden Shellharbour Council should be sacked based on “sufficient” evidence, a government inquiry was told. more...

[Mon 23/06/2008 03:24:35]

And the winners are…

Kings Island Council, Meander Valley Council, Tasman Council and Derwent Valley Council have won this year's Tasmanian Local Government Awards for Excellence. more...

[Fri 20/06/2008 12:35:21]

Standing for council may be a click away

With Victoria's general elections slated for this November, a new website is expected to help the transition from citizen to councillor. more...

[Mon 16/06/2008 04:55:12]

Keep up with councils' water saving projects

With the launch of a new website, NSW communities and industries can now track councils' water saving efforts online. more...

[Fri 13/06/2008 02:35:28]

IPART to review local council's revenue

Local government revenue is to be scrutinised by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for the first time in 31 years. more...

[Wed 11/06/2008 03:09:24]

Local government costs rise faster than CPI

Local government costs would rise faster than CPI over the next year, new figures predicted. more...

[Wed 11/06/2008 03:55:41]

Councils move with electric fleet

Maribyrnong, Melbourne, Ballarat and Bendigo local councils will trial seven electric vehicles for the short local trips undertaken daily by staff. more...

[Wed 11/06/2008 02:50:49]

ICAC recommends suspension of Wollongong development

In part two of its report into corruption at Wollongong City Council, the ICAC has recommended the suspension of development consent for a proposed $100 million development known as “Quattro”. more...

[Thu 29/05/2008 11:38:36]

Active play spaces for all ages

Victorian Councils have been invited to take part in a state project designed to create active play spaces for 8-12 year olds. more...

[Fri 23/05/2008 10:51:29]

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