New audit raises concerns that local governments in Queensland could be hiking rates beyond the legal limit and are failing to disclose reasons for rate increases, prompting a call for regulatory reform.
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Melbourne’s transport goes ‘backwards’ despite update
Proposals for an updated public transport strategy for Melbourne, which is leading the country in population growth, have come in for sharp criticism.
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There’s an app for that: councils’ communication goes mobile
Keeping tabs on graffiti, potholes or dumped rubbish has become easier for a number of local governments using a new mobile application that provides improved communication with citizens.
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DTA ‘not at centre’ of government’s digital thinking: report
Government and opposition senators split on the role and responsibilities of the Digital Transformation Agency in driving digital delivery in government.
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Smarter roads: report urges government on transport technologies
Intelligent transport technology like puffin crossings and mobile driving apps are governments’ key tools to unlocking safer, less congested roads, according to a major review.
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Councils weak on fraud prevention, audit finds
NSW’s audit office determines the majority of the state’s councils have poor fraud control procedures, prompting a call for improved funding and training.
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Data skills shortage is common across state and local government: peak
As the NSW Government moves to address a data skills shortfall in the state’s public service, local government professionals say they also need investment in professional development.
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Noticeboard: Sue Clearihan appointed LGA SA president
Also in this wrap: new acting GM for Lismore City Council; Infrastructure Australia CEO resigns; robotics expert appointed NSW Chief Scientist; and appointments and expansion at ANZSOG.
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Councils leveraging technology to predict asset risk
New and emerging technologies are helping councils to predict risk within infrastructure assets and improve accountability and service delivery.
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Local government key to tackling public transport woes: expert
One of Australia’s foremost public transport experts has called for greater local government involvement in Australia’s public transport system.