Experts are urging governments to act swiftly in response to the threat of coastal inundation and other climate change-related disasters.
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Report rings alarm bells on local government workforce
A national survey of the local government workforce has put a spotlight on a rapidly ageing workforce grappling with a “critical” skills shortage.
Transport safety investigations stall
The national transport safety agency is getting less efficient at investigating accidents and safety incidents.
NSW election ‘pivotal’ for local government
The NSW election will be a pivotal one for local government, the head of the state’s peak body for councils says.
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.
Transforming cities through place branding
Cities can attract investment, jobs and services by redefining their identity, a conference will hear.
NSW councils told to improve financial reporting
NSW councils need to improve the quality of their financial reporting, an Auditor General’s report says.
Inside Townsville’s flood recovery efforts
A council at the centre of the North Queensland floods talks about the challenges of coordinating the recovery effort.
Smart cities: councils enter ‘action’ phase
Australian local government is increasingly mature in its approach to smart cities, says report.
Governments must ramp up digital investment: advisor
Bureaucrats see digital as a priority but fundamentally lack resources to roll-out initiatives, new research shows.