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Govt weighs capping pay for general managers
Local government general managers in NSW could see their remuneration packages capped or determined by an independent body.
Zero complaints made about COVIDSafe app
There hasn’t been one complaint about the COVIDSafe app since it was released.
Payment of govt subcontractors to be expedited
The NSW government is ensuring small subcontractors are paid more quickly.
Creative accounting hides $4b WestConnex blowout
The way WestConnex has been funded has under-stated the true cost of the project.
Councillors face gag over ICAC investigation
The NSW government has intervened in Georges River Council.
Council to hold referendum on cutting councillor numbers
A private consultancy will conduct a referendum into whether to cut the number of councillors at a financially troubled NSW council.
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Contractor duped council out of $1.6m
Review could see stiffer penalties for councillors
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Councillors face gag over ICAC investigation
Council-run museum scoops major national award
Council to hold referendum on cutting councillor numbers
Work starts on Qld pumped hydro
Move to professionalise procurement
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Construction and infrastructure development do not need to be a zero-sum game where one party wins at the expense of the other.
Now is the time for government agencies to not only plan for the evolution of 5G technology, but for the technical measures that will be required in order to mitigate potential cybersecurity threats.
Legislating requirements for digital e-procurement and e-invoicing is one way for the government to help businesses transition to the "new normal" economy.
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Addressing the regional housing crisis
Regional areas are bearing the brunt of the affordability pressures that have come along with Australia's strong housing market.
Local govt risks being relegated to ‘line manager’
Local government needs to reassert its role in shaping cities, a report says.
Council owned airports fight for survival as impact of COVID bites
COVID-19 has hit regional airports and the councils that operate them hard.
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Playing it safe with Toyota
When it comes to motor vehicles, accidents happen, but it’s no accident that every current Toyota model to be tested by ANCAP has achieved a 5-star rating.
Creating the future of water for councils and communities
Australia and New Zealand’s leading pipeline infrastructure company, Interflow, has a vision that supports the growth of its people, fosters partnerships with its customers, and ensures the wellbeing of the communities it serves.
Secure entry solutions
From violence and terrorism to disgruntled former employees, theft and vandalism - security is a many-headed hydra that requires multi-level solutions.
From modest beginnings to a local market staple
From modest beginnings with the 2001 Australian introduction of the Prius, the Toyota Hybrid has now become a staple of the local automotive market.
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Vic councils form Australia’s largest power purchase group
46Victorian councils have formed a renewable energy purchasing group.
Council an ‘exemplar’ of asbestos management
Blue Mountains City Council has reinvented itself as a leader in the management of asbestos.
Council links with Swedish city on hydrogen future
Warranambool Council is forging ahead with plans to build a renewable hydrogen industry.
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