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Northern Rivers Councils collaborate in regional branding project
A regional identity project has brought together seven NSW councils in a collaborative partnership with businesses, industry and government.
Australia hosts tsunami preparations workshop
By Adam Coleman The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) is currently holding (January 19) an intensive two-week international Tsunami workshop in Melbourne to train Indian Ocean scientists for future tsunami events. “This is about saving lives, not just in Australia, but throughout the Indian Ocean,” says Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for the Environment and Heritage, Greg […]
Youth encouraged to Rock Enrol
By Staff Writers As bands at summer music festivals crank it up to 11, young people in the audience will be encouraged to have their voice heard by enrolling to vote. The Australian Electoral Commision (AEC) and triple j have joined forces on ‘Rock Enrol’, promoting electoral enrolment by 17 and 18 year olds at […]
Bowler’s second spell as local government minister
By Jane Garcia John Bowler has been returned responsibility for the local government portfolio in Western Australia – a move welcomed by the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) following tension with the State Government over proposed changes to local government election processes last year. Mr Bowler was first appointed Minister for Local Government in […]
Report finds landfill levies lopsided
By Adam Coleman The Productivity Commission has concluded its report into waste generation and resource efficiency in which it has criticised the use of landfill levies to achieve waste diversion targets and raise revenue. The report argues that landfill levies send the wrong price signals to users and increase the incentive to illegally dump waste. […]
Don’t judge a book by its cover
By Jane Garcia Lismore residents have been encouraged to challenge stereotypes and engage in conversation with diverse members of the community at the launch of Australia’s first Living Library in November last year. The ‘books’ in the Living Library are actually people representing groups in the community who may experience some kind of negative stereotyping […]
Infrastructure bonds an option for future funding
In a bid to foster support for federal tax incentives for investment in community infrastructure, Wollongong City Council has recently issued a discussion paper on strategies to attract investors. The Local Government Infrastructure Bonds Discussion Paper aims to foster debate on advancing inter-governmental acceptance of local government capital funding through the use of Infrastructure Bonds […]
A Deep Dive into Digital Transformation with Civica
The power of digital transformation: how Australian councils are achieving a green tech future, providing better citizen services and moving close to the Holy Grail of IT.
A Deep Dive into federated information governance with Objective
With data sprawl and data silos an exponentially growing issue for the public sector, federated information management helps organisations remain compliant with governance regulations and maintain high levels of security – without moving their data. Bad news: information silos will always exist. Good news: Not a problem! The bad news is that information silos will […]
A Deep Dive into environmental, social and corporate governance with Interflow
Sometimes, forward-thinking has to do with innovation. Often it has to do with professionalism and skills and good commercial decision making. But today, there’s another vital ingredient in the recipe for business success – ESG, or environmental, social and governance. For further information, please visit www.interflow.com.au.
How local councils can achieve more with storytelling
Local councils must be able to engage stakeholders in a compelling community outcomes story rather than relying on complex data and technical reports alone.
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In a decade that will increasingly be marked by simultaneous social, economic, environmental, and personal challenges, the rigidity of hierarchical structures appears impractical.
The Australian government is taking proactive steps to enhance the resilience, security, and reliability of our critical infrastructure. And regional data centres are playing a pivotal role in this transformation.
Over the coming years, cities will need to enhance their traffic management strategies to meet several emerging trends. We’ll soon see connected automated vehicles, micro-mobility, multimodal public transit, and continued use of ridesharing. These change how roads are used and the types of vehicles on our roads.
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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.
Culverts: Delivering Streams of innovation
Mostly unseen, culverts allow waterways to flow while supporting roads and rail networks. Many culverts are now ripe for attention, highlighting the essential role they play in our Regional and Metro infrastructure.
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With Geotab’s telematics solutions, greater oversight on your vehicles and drivers means more reliable data for your insurers. Armed with greater knowledge of your fleets, they can decrease insurance costs.
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That’s using plastic for good
Not all plastics are the same. Take engineered plastic pipes. Unlike single use plastics, plastic pipes are long-life products, not single use, made from materials engineered to be robust, reliable, recyclable with a service life in excess of 100 years.
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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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Philip Coorey on: Sydney councils seek help for ibis problem
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