The peak body for Australia’s councils has welcomed Labor’s local government plan as a step in the right direction.
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Melbourne gives green light to city skyfarm
A food-producing 'skyfarm' planned for Melbourne's Docklands integrates urban landscape with sustainable design.
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Australia’s regional powerhouses named
Australia’s leading economic engines are in Victoria and NSW, according to a report on top-performing regional economies.
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Melbourne unveils record infrastructure pipeline
Plans to massively increase parklands and protect local heritage are contained in City of Melbourne's draft budget.
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The world’s best pedestrian-friendly makeovers
Some of the world’s most traffic-choked cities are banning cars and transforming streetscapes to improve walkability.
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What about us? Election campaign disappoints councils
Disgruntled councils say the major parties have sidelined local government in their election campaigns.
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Olympics boss flags $2.5b boost for Qld bid
Queensland’s Mayors say a 2032 Olympics bid is "possible" after the Olympic Committee announced plans to boost funding by $2.5b for host cities.
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Sydneysiders back 24-hour city vision
Residents have given an overwhelming thumbs-up to a council proposal to turn Sydney into a 24-hour city.
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Smart parking technology shows spots in real-time
New cloud technology that shows vacant parking spots could take smart parking to the next level, its developers say.
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Councils demand action on housing crisis
The Lord Mayors of Australia's two biggest cities are calling for action on the nation's homelessness and housing affordability crisis.