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Agreement puts councils, Indigenous up for constitutional recognition
By Rob O'Brien A referendum on the constitutional recognition of local government and Indigenous Australians could take place in the next Parliament following an agreement signed by the Labor Party and…
ELECTION 2010: Calls for PS jobs guarantee
By Angela Dorizas Prime Minister Julia Gillard has refuted claims that she would cut the public service to pay for election commitments. Ms Gillard last week announced that there would…
Local politicians lead on climate change
Minister for Climate Change, Senator Penny Wong. Image: Eddie Misic. By Angela Dorizas Local government has a unique opportunity to lead on climate change action, Minster for Climate…
MP pay rise after two year freeze
By Angela Dorizas The Federal Government has accepted a Remuneration Tribunal recommendation for a 3 per cent pay increase for politicians. The recommendation follows Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s two year freeze on…