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A decommissioned power station and an art festival without a home: the gamble that paid off
The boss of Placemaking NSW will talk about revinventing infrastructure from a bygone era at the Place Branding Australia Conference.
Victorian council faces suspension
South Gippsland Shire Council has been given two weeks to argue why it shouldn't be suspended.
Australia’s top ten solar-powered suburbs
Queensland is home to the nation's most solar-friendly houses, according to a new report.
Darwin council’s smart city lessons from Taiwan
After visiting Taiwan,City of Darwin Council is representing the nation on a global smart city committee.
Councils’ olive leaf for tree disputes
A tree management expert says councils can help mediate tree disputes before they end up in court.
Why the Budget let us down: ALGA
The president of Australia's local government peak tells Government News why councils feel let down by the federal budget.
Government must steer the transport revolution: report
A parliamentary report has called for the creation of an 'automated transport ecosystem' for the transition to driverless buses, trains and cars.
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APS hybrid work is here to stay, report finds
Hybrid working is here to stay, and the benefits outweigh the negatives, according to a new report.
Research finds disconnect between apartment growth, transport
Research shows apartment growth in in Melbourne is outstripping growth in public transport.
Research suggests urban green spaces more beneficial than thought
Reserachers have found another good reason to build more parks.
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Council uses smart tech to zap footpath weeds
A Queensland Council is using smart technology to eliminate weeds that pop up in cracks on local footpaths.
Council’s leak detection team shows dogged determination
Central Coast Council has recruited a canine team trained by Sydney Water to sniff out leakages in its water and sewer network.
Council scoops prize at Architecture Awards
Blacktown City Council has been recognised for excellence in community development by the Australian Institute of Architects.
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