“Bigger isn’t always better,” says SA local government peak.
Category: Local
A Q&A … with Matt Burnett
Mayor of Gladstone Regional Council and president of both the LGAQ and ALGA offers insights into public service.
Government procurement – more than just dollars
At an industry event in Sydney, public servants heard how to drive value.
WA election chance to address local challenges
Among them, says state’s peak body – local government reform.
Liverpool Council acts to curb online abuse of staff
Recent monitoring has shown a significant rise in negative posts, including incidents of cyberbullying.
NSW FOGO a go-go
NSW becomes the first jurisdiction in the country to mandate food waste collection.
Regional LGAs forecast to roast in rising heat
Queensland, WA and the NT will experience temperatures 35°C-plus for more than six months of the year.
Reframing the funding challenge to local government
“Councils need to meet community value demands within the available resources.”
Where next for First Nations’ economic development?
“Political leaders have an opportunity to centre First Nations voices in economic development.”
Resolving the housing crisis
There is strong community support for the need to build more houses.