NSW pocketing $500m from waste levy, inquiry hears

The NSW government is accused of withholding more than half a billion dollars a year in waste levies collected from local councils

20 May, 2024

Workplace agreement sets new benchmarks for sector

A new workplace agreement doubles domestic violence leave for City of Newcastle staff.

8 December, 2022

NSW council staff eligible for paid vaccination leave

NSW local government staff from councils that have opted in to a special splinter award are eligible for special vaccination leave.

8 July, 2021

Hundreds to descend on Auburn in protest over council outsourcing

Rubbish decision imminent.

21 December, 2016

Liverpool asbestos crisis ramps up: more sites uncovered, CEO resigns

Union accuses council of asbestos cover up.

22 March, 2016

Liverpool City Council slammed for secrecy on outsourcing contract

NSW Information and Privacy Commission tells council to ‘reconsider’ withholding information.

23 September, 2015