Local government, transport and health groups have welcomed the Andrews Government’s record investment in infrastructure and community services.
Category: Roads
Asset management: are we on the right road?
Our data suggests a quarter of NSW councils are yet to develop asset management systems that would help them respond to the roads infrastructure backlog, says Annalisa Haskell.
‘Crisis’ at the kerbside: groups seek federal action on waste, recycling
Recycled content would be a mandated component of government infrastructure projects under a new national plan put forward by the waste and recycling sectors.
How governments can safely barter services with other agencies
There are three steps that governments should take to protect themselves when seeking to share assets.
Council adopts new approach to doing business
The City of Wyndham in Victoria is pioneering new ways of working and digital transformation as it responds to rapid population growth.
Facing up to local government’s gender woes
Shifting the perception of councils away from “roads, rates and rubbish” will also help reflect the contribution of women in the local government workforce.
Commonwealth launches major initiative to reduce truck crashes
Australian trucking company has partnered with government and researchers in a world-first intervention to reduce fatigue in heavy truck drivers.
Cycling and walking are short-changed when it comes to transport funding in Australia
To understand why Australian cities are far from being meccas for walking and cycling, follow the money.
Cities globally ‘need to talk’ about their issues
Metropolitan Australia isn’t alone in facing challenges like population growth and climate change and could learn from other cities, an international expert tells Government News.
Commonwealth Games transport changes – winners and losers
The Queensland Government has announced major changes to transport in South East Queensland during the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, which will be held 4-15 April. The biggest change will be…