The NSW election will be a pivotal one for local government, the head of the state’s peak body for councils says.
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Women in local government hit historical high
As Australian governments mark International Women’s Day, representation of women in local government has reached a historical high point.
Something rotten in the state of Queensland
Doctors say a decision by some councils to stop fluoridating public water supplies is resulting in extensive dental decay.
Managers warned against whistleblower ‘payback’
Managers are suffering from ‘blind spots’ about whistleblowers, an Ombudsman’s report says.
Migrants boost regional LGAs
Governments need to do more to attract international migrants to regional parts of the country, a new report says.
Trust in local government high, councils told
Australians have a strong connection to their local councils despite public confidence in institutions falling, a conference has been told.
Health alliance boosts community wellbeing
A Sydney local health network is one of a number partnering with local government to improve community health outcomes.
The National Small Business Summit 2018
The Vodafone National Small Business Summit is Australia’s premier policy event for small business representatives, senior politicians and industry leaders, taking place in Sydney, 30 – 31 August 2018.
Government seeks feedback on digital ID standards
The Federal Government’s Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) has called for submissions on draft national standards and rules that will frame its emerging digital identity program. Assistant Minister for Digital Transformation,…
7 Practices of Exceptional Boards
For a corporate board to be effective, it must first be focused on the right things.