The new body will bypass councils to fast-track the approval process.
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New LGNSW president commits to rule change
The proposal follows the surprise departure of the peak’s former president Darriea Turley.
Open the door on closed meetings, says Hoenig
Ron Hoenig was responding to LGNSW’s resistance to such a ban.
Reports urge fair share for local government
It’s hoped the recommendations will pave the way for greater financial support for councils.
Councils condemn Minns’ planning bombshell
The overhaul deprives community a voice, says LGNSW.
Lake Macquarie voted best council in NSW
Council was named winner of the coveted AR Bluett Memorial Award in city/regional councils category.
Councils dragging housing approvals, says business peak
Local government criticised for sitting on housing decisions.
Concerns over NSW’s vibrancy reforms
The latest plans propose the removal of conditions of development consent.
ALGA elects new president
Gladstone regional council mayor Matt Burnett has been appointed president of the Australian Local Government Association.