Category: Local

Local government been criticised for not doing enough to combat racism in a new report from the Human Rights Commission.

Victoria has announced  library upgrades across the state with 19 projects to receive a share of $2.2 million in funding.

Liverpool City Council will be the subject of a public inquiry to investigate serious concerns about widespread dysfunction.

Councils are piloting kerbside soft plastics collection as part of a national scheme developed by the food and grocery industry.

The NSW government will rank councils on a league table showing how they are progressing on housing targets.

A municipal monitor has been appointed to Colac Otway Shire Council following governance and councillor conduct concerns.

Local councils have called for a two year transition plan to implement the new Aged Care Act, to give them time to adapt their services.

Brisbane City Council has welcomed a 75:25 public transport funding split with the state government.

MAVlab aims to help local governments innovate and harness evolving technologies.

Councils are being encouraged to use artificial intelligence to speed up development applications.