Regions find success in migration programs

As the Morrison Government floats a plan to shift population growth beyond Sydney and Melbourne, Government News meets the regions attracting migrants.

8 November, 2018

Lake Macquarie adopts smart city to drive jobs, innovation

Partnership between a council, an economic development company and a network provider delivers Australia’s first smart city network across a local government area.

20 July, 2018

Council leverages Commonwealth Games to deliver economic boost

CASE STUDY: Sunshine Coast’s strategy to capitalise on the neighbouring sporting event has brought economic, social and cultural benefits.

27 April, 2018

Initiative to provide ‘policy playbook’ on regional Australia

Regional Australia Institute’s new program will provide governments with guidance and best practice for responding to challenges facing regional areas, CEO Jack Archer tells Government News.

23 April, 2018

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.

10 April, 2018

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.

2 April, 2018

‘Skill and talent’ key to councils’ economic development

Victoria’s Corangamite Council says a $300,000 support fund it established to attract and expand businesses in its area has contributed $9.2 million in benefits to the local economy.

16 March, 2018

NSW Budget: the impact on local councils

Win for the regions.

23 June, 2017

Unmasking the Greater Sydney Commission: The power and the planning

Commission’s impact on local councils.

15 September, 2016