City of Gold Coast has dropped its joint bid to seek the 2026 Commonwealth Games with Perth.
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Sustainability guide launched for rail sector
The Australasian Railway Association has released its first comprehensive sustainability guide for the rail sector.
Queensland councils unite to find solution to juvenile crime
Queensland councils have released a locally-based action plan to address juvenile crime in their communities.
Asbestos course for council workers wins training award
A collaboration between business and LGNSW that produced an asbestos training program for council employees has recieved a state government award.
Deal gives WA councils 20 per cent of state licence fees for roads
WA councils have signed an agreement guaranteeing them 20 per cent of revenue from vehicle licence fees.
Metro Trains Melbourne scoop rail industry awards
Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) has been recognised for excellence in safety, customer service, passenger operations and innovation.
Councils recognised for outstanding climate initiatives
Councils from around Australia have been recognised at an awards night for outstanding climate initiatives.
Road funding research confirms struggle is real for non-metro councils
Rural councils face five times the cost of their metropolitan cousins when it comes road maintenance, according to new research.
ALGA to ask councils for data on assets
ALGA will be contacting councils asking for data for an update of the National State of the Assets report.
Rural councils happy about decision to dump Games
Rural Victorian councils say the state government’s decision to scrap the Commonwealth Games has meant financial benefits for them.