Four standout public works you need to know about

Projects that shape cities and neighbourhoods and realise the health, social and economic benefits of greener public spaces.

3 September, 2018

‘Putting their feet in the water for the first time in decades’

Councils seeking to make their beaches accessible to all residents, including those living with disability, shouldn’t let cost, maintenance or liability get in their way.

20 August, 2018

Councils offer aid to drought-stricken farmers

Councils in states worst affected by drought are providing support and aid to affected farmers and communities in the wake of one of the worst dry seasons in decades.

9 August, 2018

New parks blend recreation, culture and environment

A plan for the parklands in Greater Sydney’s new Parkland City and a ‘wild play garden’ in Centennial Park among the government projects recognised in major architecture awards.

26 July, 2018

Councils should consider tender for insurance: audit

Victoria’s auditor has questioned the financial sustainability of local governments’ mutual insurance but MAV says the scheme protects councils ‘through thick and thin.’

26 July, 2018

Experts call for action on council governance

State governments are being urged to tackle legislative inconsistencies and improved governance frameworks in the wake of Queensland’s Ipswich Council being stood down.

16 July, 2018

Indigenous participation key to reform ‘broken’ system

As Australia celebrates NAIDOC week, local governments call for greater indigenous involvement in remote service delivery.

13 July, 2018

Council parks, play spaces take out top honours

The transformation of a sloped car park into a vibrant green community space and a project to increase public use of urban waterway corridors are among the local government initiatives recognised in recent awards.

10 July, 2018

Council takes the lead on ageing communities

As the tier of government that’s closest to people, councils are uniquely placed to deliver age-friendly services and infrastructure, says City of Unley CEO Peter Tsokas.

28 June, 2018

Disaster plan ‘empowers’ vulnerable towns

From highly-equipped communities to new disaster dashboards, councils are focusing on preparedness and information in their approaches to emergency management.

21 June, 2018

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.

18 June, 2018

Environmental and major works initiatives recognised at awards

A trainee program that would replenish an ageing council workforce and the transformation of a major recreation park were among the local government initiatives celebrated in recent sector awards.

15 June, 2018

Cutting-edge parks, open spaces celebrated

A project that engaged various community stakeholders in the design of a new park is among the public works that have been recognised for innovation and leadership.

12 June, 2018

New ‘blueprint’ for major project delivery

A partnership between state and local governments, water utilities, land management and community groups has enabled the most efficient delivery of a large urban waterway project, officials say.

31 May, 2018