City of Sydney’s long-time CEO Monica Barone has been recognised in this year’s Australia Day honours with a Public Service Medal.
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Pioneering recycling scientist named Parramatta Aus Day Ambassador
Sustainability crusader Veena Sahajwalla will spread the word about local-level recycling on Australia Day.
Three Rs important but public wants wider role for local government
The public wants a wider role for local government than just providing basic services, but remains divided about whether councils should wade into contentious areas like LGBTQIA advocacy and the Australia Day debate.
Councils shun Australia Day citizenship ceremonies
Some councils have decided not to hold Australia Day citizenship ceremonies after the federal government said it is no longer mandatory to hold ceremonies on January 26.
Councils welcome Australia Day decision
Councils will have more flexibility in when they hold citizenship ceremonies after the government relaxed rules around Australia Day.
‘Good in the community’ celebrated in Australia Day awards
Public sector figures have been recognised in the Australia Day Honours List for their work done in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Opinion – Pointless Australia Day point scoring obscures real issues
Australia Day rolls around again this week. Its observance has once again become an issue, with many councils, individuals and The Greens calling for its date to be changed, or…