The MAV wants councils to embrace AI innovation in statutory planning while ensuring safety and transparency.
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Commissioners appointed to run City of Nedlands
The WA Local Government Minister has appointed three commissioners to take control of the dysfunctional local council.
WALGA 2025 Local Government Awards presented
Dozens of worthy individuals have been recognised at the WALGA 2025 Local Government Awards ceremony.
States crack down on misbehaving councillors, vexatious complaints
Victoria is cracking down on misbehaving councillors, while new Queensland laws target vexatious complainants.
Bigger isn’t always better – why population growth is hurting councils
New research shows that population growth is making councils less financially sustainable.
SA councils to apply revised training standards
The new training regime will give council members a grounding in civic, legal and behavioural responsibilities.
Sydney council takes on NASA for award
A Sydney council’s ocean pollution website is up against NASA for an international award.
City of Sydney to go totally renewable by 2020
All of City of Sydney’s pools, libraries and council buildings will be powered by wind and solar under a $60 million clean energy deal.
Local councils vote for a referendum
Australia’s councils have voted to demand a referendum recognising local government in the Constitution.
Inside Europe’s biggest local government conference
An Australian delegate discusses key takeaways from Europe’s biggest gathering of local government professionals.