Queensland councils in regional waste collaboration

Six Queensland councils are collaborating on a regional waste and resource recovery management plan.

7 February, 2024

Bigger isn’t always better – why population growth is hurting councils

New research shows that population growth is making councils less financially sustainable.

20 April, 2023

Regional housing report highlights challenges facing councils

A report on housing and the planning system in regional NSW has highlighted the challenges faced by local councils in meeting demand.

4 October, 2021

Councils’ message to visitors: stay away

It’s feared an influx of city people to NSW regions over Easter will create a health crisis.

3 April, 2020

Deliverance: Will the new NSW Premier smash council mergers, de-merge others?

Gladys promises to listen.

23 January, 2017

Toole trumpets “record investment” in local government in NSW Budget

Throw the dog (and cat) a bone.

21 June, 2016

Court clash as hold-out councils try to sink Baird’s mergers

KPMG and Paul Toole expected to take the stand.

24 May, 2016