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Jodie Ransom appointed Fremantle Ports’ new CEO
The 30-year veteran of the maritime sector will start in the role commencing 1 July.
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Baird’s upsized councils an excuse to flog big loans: Labor
Infrastructure backlog unloaded onto ratepayers.
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City of Sydney backs Indigenous procurement drive
Local councils follow the federal government's lead.
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VIC maternal health, public libraries eroded by rate caps
Councils warn of critical funding shortfalls.
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Forced council mergers: the genesis of the full-time local councillor?
Will party machines muscle into super councils?
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A common cause of government failure is oversized projects. This is leading to project fatigue, increased pressure on government agencies and more intense scrutiny.
As Australian councils continue to embrace digital transformation, the reliability of their IT infrastructures becomes increasingly vital.
As the velocity and volume of scams continue to increase, it will be pivotal for financial institutions to work with governments, bringing businesses, banks and financial institutions together under a national strategy to defend against ceaselessly innovating cybercriminals.
In-depthAPS hybrid work is here to stay, report finds
Hybrid working is here to stay, and the benefits outweigh the negatives, according to a new report.
Research finds disconnect between apartment growth, transport
Research shows apartment growth in in Melbourne is outstripping growth in public transport.
Research suggests urban green spaces more beneficial than thought
Reserachers have found another good reason to build more parks.
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EasyPark ANZ celebrates 10 years of making parking easy
They say ‘Time flies when you are enjoying yourself.’ As EasyPark celebrates 10 years since the App first went live in Australia, attention has already turned to what the next decade will bring.
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More energy solutions for industry
Thousands of manufacturing and industrial companies face the challenge of reducing both emissions and operating costs. Renewable gas could provide the energy option they need.
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SpotlightCouncil uses smart tech to zap footpath weeds
A Queensland Council is using smart technology to eliminate weeds that pop up in cracks on local footpaths.
Council’s leak detection team shows dogged determination
Central Coast Council has recruited a canine team trained by Sydney Water to sniff out leakages in its water and sewer network.
Council scoops prize at Architecture Awards
Blacktown City Council has been recognised for excellence in community development by the Australian Institute of Architects.
How local councils can achieve more with storytelling
Local councils must be able to engage stakeholders in a compelling community outcomes story rather than relying on complex data and technical reports alone.
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