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Beyond the dots and squiggles – tapping into the soul lines of a place
Indigenous urban designer Alison Page will talk about finding and amplifying the soul lines of a place in a keynote address at at the Place Branding Australia Conference.
Govt releases post-Pezzullo capability review
Home Affairs staff feel burned out by constant change, a capability review has found.
Another grants program comes under scrutiny of national audit office
An audit has found shortcomings in a mobile black spot grants program, saying it wasn't clear why some locations were chosen above others.
Time for public sector procurement to go green, think tank says
Greening public sector procurement offers a key opportunity for governments to hit decarbonisation targets, a public policy think tank says.
NSW to extend life of Eraring coal plant
The NSW government will keep the nation’s largest coal-fired power station operating until 2027.
New laws limit ministerial directions to agency heads
The goverment says the new legislation will help rebuild the ‘gutted’ public service and restore faith in government.
Former Sex Discrimination chief to chair sports commission
Former Australian Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins has been appointed as the new Chair of the Australian Sports Commission.
‘Cyber security is everyone’s business’: 5 benefits of why you should integrate cyber security
With threat actors, nation states and the risk that comes from within, Chief Information Officers (CIOs) face a formidable challenge: ensuring up to date cyber security measures in an era of constant change.
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The federal budget is a good and modest step forward to revitalise and expand essential infrastructure across the nation, with investment aimed at catalysing recovery from the pandemic's impacts while propelling future economic growth.
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.
In-depthAPS 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.
Fairer Fleet Insurance with Geotab
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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EasyPark ANZ celebrates 10 years of making parking easy
They say ‘Time flies when you are enjoying yourself.’ As EasyPark celebrates 10 years since the App first went live in Australia, attention has already turned to what the next decade will bring.
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More energy solutions for industry
Thousands of manufacturing and industrial companies face the challenge of reducing both emissions and operating costs. Renewable gas could provide the energy option they need.
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SpotlightCouncil 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.
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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Gordon on: ACT govt report says Canberra light rail delivering benefits
Max on: NSW releases housing targets for 43 councils, eastern LGAs to carry onus
Allan Brown on: NSW releases housing targets for 43 councils, eastern LGAs to carry onus