The crisis lurking in Australia’s stormwater drains

As plastic pollution in oceans worsens, an expert is calling on councils to rethink how they manage stormwater drains to prevent plastics from entering waterways.

13 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

Federal Government updates cyber security strategy: Taylor

Threat blocking, data sharing, an insurance market that “recognises investment in security” and awareness campaigns are all part of an updated cyber agenda.

8 August, 2018

Push for accessible housing regulations

Campaign calls on Australian governments to introduce regulations mandating that new houses meet accessibility standards.

6 August, 2018

Local governments in South Australia oppose rate capping

All but two of South Australia’s councils have opposed the state’s rate capping legislation, prompting speculation the plan is destined for failure.

6 August, 2018

Councils change organisational structures to meet demands

Local government managers should create environments that promote risk-taking and innovation, new research finds.

6 August, 2018

Best and brightest councils in NSW celebrated

An app connecting residents to council is among the initiatives recognised as part of Local Government Week.

3 August, 2018

The biggest game in town just got bigger

The new Defence Support Services panel of 580 firms seems like a lot but its hard work spending $36 billion properly, so there may be method in the apparent madness.

3 August, 2018

Broken Hill moves out of isolation to lead collaboration

This remote council is reaching out to like-minded organisations to explore efficiencies and learnings.

31 July, 2018

Sydney’s new resilience strategy identifies key threats

Managing the impacts of population growth, terrorism threats and natural disasters are among the issues raised in the City of Sydney’s first-ever resilience strategy.

26 July, 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

Partnership powering councils’ climate change action

A not-for-profit initiative supporting local government efforts to reduce emissions and adopt clean energy has been ‘overwhelmed’ by the interest from councils.

23 July, 2018

Governments partner on affordable housing initiative

A partnership launched by Newcastle City Council to tackle a worsening affordable housing shortage has been welcomed, while new research calls on councils to review planning approaches.

23 July, 2018

Freight agency to coordinate government, industry

Shifting more freight to rail and working more closely with councils are key elements of the Victorian Government’s latest freight plan.

23 July, 2018