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NT takes action to resolve all land claims
The Northern Territory government is moving to finalise all land claims as part of a sweeping Aboriginal action plan.
Darwin hopes e-scooters will boost economy
Darwin's new e-scooters will mine users’ data in the hope of delivering economic returns to local businesses.
ALGA rallies troops ahead of election
The peak national body for local government is rallying councils to campaign for increased federal funds ahead of the election.
Attacks on council rangers ‘widespread’
A Sydney council says the latest in a series of violent attacks on council parking officers is symptomatic of a wider problem.
Rates review announced for Victorian councils
The Victorian government will undertake a review of council rates and charges.
Complaints about Victorian infringements body ‘soar’
Fines Victoria is officially the third most complained-about agency in the state, an Ombudsman's report says.
Queensland elder abuse line receives 1,900 calls
Almost 1900 older Queenslanders were victims of abuse in the last year, according to a state government report.
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$67 million for digital identity
Council’s bid to save colourful history of Kings Cross
Auditor questions board members’ email use
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It is important that the government works hand-in-glove with the private sector to manage expectations on projects.
There is much more to do in terms of digitising transaction and services, and I will be working closely with my cabinet colleagues to ensure the citizen remains front of mind.
With the ability to collect and use data, comes ever increasing privacy challenges.
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Report rings alarm bells on local government workforce
A national survey of the local government workforce has put a spotlight on a rapidly ageing workforce grappling with a “critical” skills shortage.
Councils brace for ‘retirement wave’
Experts warn that local government is among the sectors most ‘exposed’ to an ageing workforce, underscoring the importance of good workforce planning.
‘Body of work’ needed on slavery in supply chains
Experts say the Modern Slavery Act will significantly impact how governments and companies procure goods and services, so why aren’t more procurement managers ready?
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NSW council a climate change crash test dummy
A sea-battered NSW council area has set a climate change precedent for state and local government.
Sydney’s third city thrives as population booms
One of Sydney’s fastest growing multicultural hubs is avoiding the residential squeeze despite expanding rapidly.
Council takes the lead on ageing communities
As the tier of government that's closest to people, councils are uniquely placed to deliver age-friendly services and infrastructure, says City of Unley CEO Peter Tsokas.
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Urban development puts councils under pressure
Councils are looking to technology to improve oversight of residential and commercial development.
Electrification is certain in the future vehicle fleet
We haven’t witnessed such changing times in the automotive business since the introduction of emissions laws in the 1990s, writes Allan Whiting.
Standards for data sharing in sight
Data sharing across agencies is a growing trend in Australian government, but even anonymised data can often be re-identified. A new Australian initiative aims to solve the problem.
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