A NSW council says artificial intelligence is identifying 2,000 cases of damage and hazards affecting local roads and footpaths a week.
Category: Local
Bin standardisation tops ALGA Budget wish list
Local government’s peak body wants budget funding for standardised kerbside bins across Australia.
IPART quietly drops review of local government financial model
IPART has been asked to drop its review of the local government financial model to avoid duplication.
New VLGA appointment vows to lift governance standards
VLGA has appointed local government professional Rhys Thomas to a senior role.
15 councils participate in SA emissions reduction trial
A unique trial is equipping councils with tools and resources to drive down emissions and compete for extra federal funding.
Asbestos nightmare spreads to Victorian councils
Victorian councils have been ordered to revisit garden mulch supply contracts following the discovery of asbestos at metropolitan parks.
Council to install methane capture system at landfill site
A West Australian Council is installing a biogas system at an ageing landfill site which it says will capture and destroy greenhouse gases.
Queensland councils revolt against ‘unaffordable’ flood insurance premiums
LGAQ says residents are facing unfair flood insurance hikes despite councils investing in flood mitigation.
WA considers giving mayors power to gag disorderly councillors
WA wants to introduce standardised statewide procedures to deal with disorder during council meetings.
Council comes clean on new 24-hour graffiti contract
City of Melbourne is stepping up its cleaning efforts with a 24/7 war on graffiti and mess.