It’s hoped the recommendations will pave the way for greater financial support for councils.
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Standardise power of attorney laws, says AHRC
Australia’s human rights agency is calling on governments to work together to achieve national consistency.
Public inquiry into Liverpool City Council can proceed, judge rules
Council has until 5 September to consider options for appeal.
Queensland goes cap-in-hand for funding to support planned Metro expansion
The Queensland government has unveiled plans for the expansion of the Brisbane Metro public transport system.
Report warns outer Melbourne Councils face rising financial pressure
LGAs in Melbourne’s outer suburbs will face rising costs to meet the needs of growing communities, a report warns.
Vic union says Births Deaths and Marriages in danger of privatisation
The public sector union says the Victorian government must drop plans to privatise the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
Tasmanian government sector on financial highway to hell, review finds
The financial position of Tasmania’s government sector has deteriorated over the last ten years and is set to get worse.
Victorian Public Sector Commission ‘must follow through on good guidance’
Victoria’s Public Sector Commission provides good workforce guidance, but is failing to make sure this translates into good practice.
Don’t even think about weaponising us, ICAC tells candidates
Local government candidates are being warned not to weaponise the ICAC ahead of council elections in September.
New Chair for Victorian Essential Services Commission
Gerard Brody has been appointed as the new Chairperson of Victoria’s essential services regulator.