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

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

WA trials first zero-emission buses

WA is trialling its first battery-electric bus in a northern Perth suburb.

3 March, 2022

Investors back renewables as power plant shuts down

Commercial interest in renewables is up as Australia’s largest coal-fired power plant announces its closure.

17 February, 2022

NSW takes step towards green bus fleet with $70 million contract

The NSW government has ordered $70 million worth of electric buses from a local company.

14 February, 2022

Going underground – the future of planning?

In the future, buildings may be constructed underground to accommodate increasing population growth.

3 February, 2022

Canada Bay takes out top gong at sustainability awards

The City of Canada Bay has won the highest honour at the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW 2021 Sustainable Cities Awards.

24 January, 2022

NSW Circular launches new tool for councils

A new platform will help councils and communities to track their transition to zero waste.

6 December, 2021

Council’s biodiversity project recognised by Victorian premier

A council project to help local livestock farmers implement regenerative agriculture techniques has won an award.

29 November, 2021

More community awareness needed on recycled water: report

Recycled water could be a valuable resource if there was more community awareness surrounding it, according to the Victorian Auditor General.

22 November, 2021

Wollongong City Council takes out top environment award

Wollongong City Council has taken home the top award in NSW’s annual awards for council-led environmental initiatives.

18 November, 2021

Council koala awareness campaign wins award

Campbelltown City Council honoured for awareness campaign to empower community to support the conservation of koalas.

11 November, 2021

Council aims to turn sewage into cash

A council-owned water service provider hopes to turn a product made from sewage in a sustainable revenue stream.

28 October, 2021