Vic council to reduce harmful impact of gambling
Greater Bendigo City Council has adopted a new policy to minimise the harmful impact of gambling in the community.
17 January, 2022
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Qld Govt to establish environment protection agency
The Queensland Government has begun public consultation on the establishment of an environmental protection agency.
17 January, 2022
Natural disaster guide for NSW councils
The NSW Government is working closely with councils to help keep communities safe from natural disasters.
17 January, 2022
Council trials direct hire of apprentices
Logan City Council will run a pilot to determine the viability of directly hiring apprentices and trainees into its workforce.
17 January, 2022
City of Sydney CEO on City’s commitment to climate action
Government News speaks to the CEO of City of Sydney on her lessons learnt and highlights of 2021 and upcoming plans and projects for 2022.
13 January, 2022
More women now elected to NSW councils
Last month’s local government elections has brought about a rise in the number of women elected to councils, the sector’s peak body has said.
13 January, 2022
Community libraries step up during covid-19
A Western Sydney council’s efforts to promote its library to culturally and linguistic local communities during covid-19 has earned it an award.
20 December, 2021
Vic integrity agencies seek reform on misuse of public resources
Victoria’s integrity watchdogs have written to the leaders of all political parties urging action to prevent the misuse of public funds.
20 December, 2021
Planning announcement angers councils
A new planning regime announced by the NSW government this month will punish councils, their peak body says.
20 December, 2021
Gold Coast to trial on demand transport
The Queensland government will launch a two-year trial of on demand transport.
20 December, 2021
Councils thank retiring local government minister
Councils have thanked retiring local government minister Shelley Hancock for her service after she announced she’s quitting parliament.
19 December, 2021
Perth council takes out top gong at WA policy awards
The City of Mandurah has been recognised for its work on mental health and wellbeing for its community.
16 December, 2021
Gender equality, flexibility on the table in APS mat leave review
The APS will consider gender equality and flexibility in a review of maternity leave provisions.
15 December, 2021
Lack of whistleblower complaints prompts local government audit
Public sector whistleblowers made almost 1,000 reports to investigating agencies in NSW, according to the state’s Ombudsman.
14 December, 2021
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