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Councils encouraged to adopt Austrade Australian Nation Brand
Local councils who adopt the Australian Nation brand can use it to promote their regions, products and services domestically and overseas, Austrade says.
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$16m for greening of Sydney’s Crown lands
The NSW government is providing $16 million to help local councils upgrade Crown land.
Government posts ‘inadvertently’ wiped after Facebook ban
Government sites found themselves caught up in Facebook's media ban.
Powerhouse museum still in dark about funding
There's still no budget and no opening date for the Parramatta Powerhouse Museum.
Capsicum foam recommended for NSW hospitals
A report recommends a suite of measures to prevent violence in NSW hospitals.
UGL wins $1.5b country rail contract with TfNSW
Transport for NSW has awarded a $1.5 billion contract to operate and maintain the Country Regional Network.
A Deep Dive into Digital Transformation with Civica
The power of digital transformation: how Australian councils are achieving a green tech future, providing better citizen services and moving close to the Holy Grail of IT.
A Deep Dive into federated information governance with Objective
With data sprawl and data silos an exponentially growing issue for the public sector, federated information management helps organisations remain compliant with governance regulations and maintain high levels of security – without moving their data. Bad news: information silos will always exist. Good news: Not a problem! The bad news is that information silos will […]
A Deep Dive into environmental, social and corporate governance with Interflow
Sometimes, forward-thinking has to do with innovation. Often it has to do with professionalism and skills and good commercial decision making. But today, there’s another vital ingredient in the recipe for business success – ESG, or environmental, social and governance. For further information, please visit www.interflow.com.au.
Innovation delivers justice
Young people in the justice system are better connected with support thanks to an innovative partnership between the not-for-profit, public, and private sectors.
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A common cause of government failure is oversized projects. This is leading to project fatigue, increased pressure on government agencies and more intense scrutiny.
As Australian councils continue to embrace digital transformation, the reliability of their IT infrastructures becomes increasingly vital.
As the velocity and volume of scams continue to increase, it will be pivotal for financial institutions to work with governments, bringing businesses, banks and financial institutions together under a national strategy to defend against ceaselessly innovating cybercriminals.
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APS hybrid work is here to stay, report finds
Hybrid working is here to stay, and the benefits outweigh the negatives, according to a new report.
Research finds disconnect between apartment growth, transport
Research shows apartment growth in in Melbourne is outstripping growth in public transport.
Research suggests urban green spaces more beneficial than thought
Reserachers have found another good reason to build more parks.
Fairer Fleet Insurance with Geotab
With Geotab’s telematics solutions, greater oversight on your vehicles and drivers means more reliable data for your insurers. Armed with greater knowledge of your fleets, they can decrease insurance costs.
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EasyPark ANZ celebrates 10 years of making parking easy
They say ‘Time flies when you are enjoying yourself.’ As EasyPark celebrates 10 years since the App first went live in Australia, attention has already turned to what the next decade will bring.
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More energy solutions for industry
Thousands of manufacturing and industrial companies face the challenge of reducing both emissions and operating costs. Renewable gas could provide the energy option they need.
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Council uses smart tech to zap footpath weeds
A Queensland Council is using smart technology to eliminate weeds that pop up in cracks on local footpaths.
Council’s leak detection team shows dogged determination
Central Coast Council has recruited a canine team trained by Sydney Water to sniff out leakages in its water and sewer network.
Council scoops prize at Architecture Awards
Blacktown City Council has been recognised for excellence in community development by the Australian Institute of Architects.
How local councils can achieve more with storytelling
Local councils must be able to engage stakeholders in a compelling community outcomes story rather than relying on complex data and technical reports alone.
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Whistle is out on: MoG changes transfer power from Public Service Commissioner to Premier
Anthony Oldfield on: NSW releases housing targets for 43 councils, eastern LGAs to carry onus
Denise Stone on: Qld councils celebrate ban on carbon capture in Great Artesian Basin