Council resources to form part of productivity review

The use of resources by local councils will come under the spotlight in a Productivity Commission inquiry.

21 February, 2022

City of Melbourne helps startups get Asia-ready

City of Melbourne is delivering a program to help local startups get a foothold in south-esat Asia.

17 February, 2022

NSW takes step towards green bus fleet with $70 million contract

The NSW government has ordered $70 million worth of electric buses from a local company.

14 February, 2022

Scandal-plagued grants scheme ‘deficient’

The auditor general has found the Stronger Communities grants scheme was deficient in a number of aspects.

10 February, 2022

SA Health role in PPE supply unclear, audit finds

An audit has found aspects of SA Health’s PPE arrangements need to improve if the state wants to be prepared for emerging Covid variants.

7 February, 2022

Going underground – the future of planning?

In the future, buildings may be constructed underground to accommodate increasing population growth.

3 February, 2022

Successfully supporting the hybrid workforce

Creating more adaptable work environments and empowering employees to work productively and securely, no matter where they sit, is a top digital transformation priority.

3 February, 2022

Connecting with country in urban planning

Indigenous people should be included in the entire process of planning and development projects, a panel of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experts has said.

27 January, 2022

Recycling grants open for Vic local councils

The Victorian Government is investing into the regional recycling infrastructure and has opened up grants for local councils.

24 January, 2022

Toolkit to mitigate risks in traffic management

Changed traffic conditions at roadworks and construction sites can cause significant risk, but a new tool aims to help councils address these dangers.

20 January, 2022

Natural disaster guide for NSW councils

The NSW Government is working closely with councils to help keep communities safe from natural disasters.

17 January, 2022

New tool to help firefighters predict spread of bushfires

Firefighters will use a new tool this bushfire season to better predict the speed and spread of bushfires.

13 January, 2022

Vic integrity agencies seek reform on misuse of public resources

Victoria’s integrity watchdogs have written to the leaders of all political parties urging action to prevent the misuse of public funds.

20 December, 2021

Council to produce tiles from dumped mattresses

Shoalhaven City Council is building a green ceramics ‘micro-factory’ that will turn discarded mattresses and glass waste into tiles.

25 August, 2021