Lithium batteries and solar panels are among the emerging waste streams that will have to be dealt with in coming years.
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Councillors received more than $1m for supporting developer
Two councillors promoted the interests of a developer for payment and in-kind support, a corruption inquiry found.
Consultation for review of NSW waste levy set to begin
The NSW EPA will launch a review of the state’s waste levy this year, and says consultation with local governments and other stakeholders will begin soon.
City of Bendigo director takes senior role with Victorian government
City of Bendigo’s director of strategy and growth is leaving to join the Victoria’s Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.
Wage cap ‘dead’ as public servants take 4 per cent pay rise
The NSW government has declared the public sector wages cap dead after public sector workers agreed to a 4 per pay rise.
Darwin switches on first international fibre optic cable
The NT has switched on the submarine Darwin-Jakarta-Singapore cable connecting Australia to Indonesia and Singapore.
Two new battery projects approved for NSW
The NSW government has approved two new battery projects in the state’s Central-West and Upper Hunter.
Councils ‘shocked, disappointed’ as Commonwealth Games canned
Victoria’s regional councils say they are shocked and disappointed in the state government’s decision to cancel the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
City of Newcastle welcomes major renewable energy initiatives
City of Newcastle has welcomed recent major announcements which it says will transform the region into a renewable energy hub.
NSW to appoint new fire chief
NSW Fire and Rescue is on the hunt for a new Commissioner with the announcement that Paul Baxter will be leaving the post.