It's hoped the initiative will encourage more women to stand for local government.
Author: Christopher Kelly (Christopher Kelly)
Senate committee report backs whistleblower authority
APS whistleblower scheme inadequate, weakened by poor enforcement.
Strategy fails to address inequitable outcomes
Deep cultural and structural changes that empower Aboriginal people are needed.
Work to do to close gender gaps in SA councils
Women are disproportionately represented in part-time roles.
Councils face closer oversight
WA's first Local Government Inspector is tasked with ensuring councils comply with regulations and codes of conduct.
More investment needed in housing to solve homelessness
LGNSW continues to call for the state government to build additional units of public and social housing.
Vic Gov’s WFH proposal open for feedback
The Victorian Government’s proposal to legally protect work-from-home rights is open for public consultation.
NSW agencies have ‘completely ineffective’ cyber security controls, says report
Inadequate protection increases the likelihood of a successful cyberattack, says Audit Office.
Qld councils have reached a tipping point, says peak
Sustainability in the spotlight again as council raises rates to record high.
Corruption in home affairs recruitment
A report released by corruption watchdog says high-ranking female official breached Public Service Act.