Renewable energy for Rottnest Island

The Western Australian government is continuing its investment in Rottnest Island with a $62 million commitment from the upcoming 2022-23 State Budget.

5 May, 2022

Amsterdam to Newcastle: ‘repair cafes’ save junk from going to landfill

Council ‘repair cafes’ encourage residents to fix broken items rather than disposing of them.

2 May, 2022

Councils cautious about e-scooter trial

The peak body for local government in NSW has expressed some concerns after the state government announced a council-led trial of e-scooters.

28 April, 2022

Canopy mapping app helps SA council see wood for the trees

A South Australian council using new technology to measure and monitor tree canopy, raise community awareness and inform Council planning.

28 April, 2022

NSW councils to participate in e-scooter trial

Councils across NSW will be invited to take part in a state-wide trial of e-scooters, joining other states.

28 April, 2022

Urban heat toolkit released for council planners

The Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) has developed the state’s first set of guidelines on planning for urban heat.

25 April, 2022

How Norfolk Island is solving its waste dilemma

Norfolk Island Regional Council is turning to circular economy initiatives to solve its waste management problems.

25 April, 2022

Best tasting water in NSW/ACT named

Shoalhaven Water has taken out a state award for top-tasting tap water.

18 April, 2022

Yarra uses new technology in road pavement trial

A Melbourne council is trialing a road pavement technology designed to minimise urban flooding.

7 April, 2022

New funding agreement for Marinus Link

A major funding milestone has been announced for the Marinus Link.

4 April, 2022

Multi-million dollar answer to Darwin’s wastewater problem

A high-tech treatment plant is being built in Darwin to solve its wastewater problem.

28 March, 2022

NSW announces net zero shore power plan for shipping precinct

The NSW government plans to build a shore-powered shipping precinct in Sydney that will allow berthed ships to plug into renewable energy.

21 March, 2022

Qld flood response to come under scrutiny

The actions of local government will be included in a review of Queensland’s flood response.

17 March, 2022

ALGA calls for immediate disaster funding

ALGA is seeking immediate and ongoing federal funding for disaster mitigation.

7 March, 2022