Ned Mannoun is demanding compensation for the mosquito invasion that hit southwest Sydney.
Trends shaping local government in 2025
As the new year unfolds, Australian local governments will face a complex mix of challenges and opportunities, writes Aaron Likely.
Townsville mayor suspended amid corruption probe
Troy Thompson is alleged to have embellished military history during Queensland election.
Councils condemn Minns’ planning bombshell
The overhaul deprives community a voice, says LGNSW.
Qld councils receive funding to boost recycling
The grant program is part of the government’s drive to establish a zero-waste society by 2050.
Lake Macquarie voted best council in NSW
Council was named winner of the coveted AR Bluett Memorial Award in city/regional councils category.
Tackle inequality to lift Aussies’ wellbeing
Wealth disparity is driving a happiness divide, says study.
LGANT elects new board
Heading the governance team is Darwin mayor Kon Vatskalis who has been re-elected president.
SA councils pick peak president
Dr Heather Holmes-Ross identified financial sustainability as one of the sector’s biggest challenges.
Investment needed for NSW e-scooter infrastructure
The cost of adapting infrastructure to accommodate the use of e-scooters is beyond councils’ capacity.