Council initiatives ranging from the Brisbane Metro to wild dog fencing have been recognised at the Local Government Managers Awards.
Category: Land management
Resource to guide decision makers in turf wars
The NSW government has released draft guidelines on the use of synthetic turf in public open spaces for feedback.
ICAC finds no evidence DPHI bureaucrat engaged in corrupt conduct
The NSW ICAC has closed an investigation into a planning official accused of seeking financial gain from a state government housing policy.
NSW to force councils’ hand on residential density
The NSW government will introduce reforms that override council planning powers in low and medium density areas.
Taskforce to work with councils on modular social housing
A housing taskforce will work with NSW local councils to identify potential sites for modular social housing.
Pocket parks a solution to lack of public green space
Bigger isn’t always better when it comes to public parks, and in many cases small might not just be the best option, but the only one.
The secrets of successful cities
US global cities expert James Moore shares his thoughts on cities, urban density and the Western Sydney Aerotropolis.
Sustainablity calculator rates developments for green credentials
A Sydney council is developing a ‘sustainability calculator’ that rates how green major developments are ahead of approval.
Govt collaborates with researchers to build future-fit public spaces
The NSW government has come together with the research sector in a bid to create better public spaces designed to meet future challenges.
Interim head to oversee establishment of new biosecurity watchdog
The NSW government has appointed Dr Marion Healy to oversee the establishment of a new independent biosecurity commission.