Urbanism and the ‘pokeability’ of a city

Urbanism is not dead but a different definition is needed, according to experts on urbanism and public issues.

20 January, 2022

City of Greater Bendigo CEO on the joy of ‘usual’ things

Government News speaks to the CEO of City of Greater Bendigo on his lessons learnt and highlights of 2021 and upcoming plans and projects for 2022.

20 January, 2022

Toolkit to mitigate risks in traffic management

Changed traffic conditions at roadworks and construction sites can cause significant risk, but a new tool aims to help councils address these dangers.

20 January, 2022

Vic council to reduce harmful impact of gambling

Greater Bendigo City Council has adopted a new policy to minimise the harmful impact of gambling in the community.

17 January, 2022

Natural disaster guide for NSW councils

The NSW Government is working closely with councils to help keep communities safe from natural disasters.

17 January, 2022

City of Sydney CEO on City’s commitment to climate action

Government News speaks to the CEO of City of Sydney on her lessons learnt and highlights of 2021 and upcoming plans and projects for 2022.

13 January, 2022

New tool to help firefighters predict spread of bushfires

Firefighters will use a new tool this bushfire season to better predict the speed and spread of bushfires.

13 January, 2022

Perth council takes out top gong at WA policy awards

The City of Mandurah has been recognised for its work on mental health and wellbeing for its community.

16 December, 2021

How Victoria’s councils performed this year

Residents in the Hepburn Shire are the least satisfied with how its council has made decisions for the community, according to recent benchmarking data.

13 December, 2021

Western Sydney roadmap to accelerate EV uptake

The move towards electric vehicles has been slow in Western Sydney, according to a new roadmap to help accelerate this transition.

9 December, 2021

Victorian council recognised for environment leadership

Climate change is the number one challenge councils are facing today, according to a Victorian mayor.

6 December, 2021

Federal Government commitment to people with disability

A new strategy from the government will ensure that people with disability can participate as equal members of society.

3 December, 2021

More diversity needed in public sector: report

A new report from the Australian Public Service Commission reveals that people with disability are underrepresented in the public sector.

2 December, 2021

NSW ombudsman calling for greater transparency around machine technology

Greater visibility on the use of artificial intelligence and machine technology by government agencies is needed, according to the NSW Ombudsman.

2 December, 2021