The NSW government has introduced legislation that provides a legal pathway for forcibly merged councils to part ways – but there’s a catch.
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Amalgamation anger lingers ahead of NSW election
A public policy expert says public discontent from forced council mergers remains a key issue for the NSW election.
New warning on outsourced advice
Governments’ heavy reliance on reports from commercial consultants can have “pernicious effects” on policy making, a new analysis says.
Council mergers ‘failed to yield the benefits’
Contrary to typical arguments in favour of local government amalgamation, a new analysis says the changes did not lead to efficiencies.
NSW councils fork out for forced mergers as government funding dries up
Councils could petition Berejiklian for shortfall.
Crowdfunded council de-merger campaign starts strong
Residents fight NSW government on mergers.
Residents clamour for NSW council deamalgamation after recent court wins
Randwick Council’s late legal challenge.
Merged NSW council outsources rubbish and recycling before councillors elected
Union and ex-mayor enter fray.
Woollahra Council set for High Court showdown with Berejiklian over merger
Residents could take up the fight if council loses.
Bookies shorten odds for independent to win North Shore by-election
Will the Libs topple in leafy la-la land?