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Heavy vehicle law ‘prioritises box ticking over safety’
National heavy vehicle laws are inconsistent and onerous, a Productivity Commission inquiry has heard.
Councils make pledge on procuring recyclables
Southern Sydney councils will use their collective purchasing power to procure recycled materials from regional areas.
Waste ban useless if no recycling commitment: councils
The success of a proposed waste export ban hangs on green procurement, councils say.
Governments need ‘national agenda’ on ageism
Federal and state governments should appoint ministers for ageing while councils can drive age-friendly communities, a new campaign argues.
Push for accessible housing regulations
Campaign calls on Australian governments to introduce regulations mandating that new houses meet accessibility standards.
Productivity Commission recipe for effective government
The Productivity Commission has released its first ever five-year productivity review, called ‘Shifting the Dial’. It was released in conjunction with the Commission’s annual report. It is “a look out…
Renewables, climate and intergovernmental relations – OPINION
The Federal Government’s refusal to adopt the Chief Scientist’s recommendation for a Clean Energy Target has been roundly criticised by its political opponents. As you would expect. But what does…
Red Tape Committee approves booze sales in supermarkets, shops and servos
Senate inquiry backs abolishing liquor store trading hours.
NSW councils buckling under cost-shifting topping $670 million
State government worse offender: survey.