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Local Government Association of South Australia President Kym McHugh has taken a look back on local government achievements over the previous year. Mr McHugh gave a review outlining challenges and…

By: LGA acting-president Mayor James Maitland   Local Government Association, South Australia acting-president Mayor James Maitland said that a small boost to black spot local road funding and sporting facilities…

Whyalla Mayor Jim Pollock has stepped down from his duties citing family reasons for his sudden departure.   A special meeting of the LGA State Executive Committee will be held…

Councils in South Australia have responsded to the appointment of two new State Government ministers. The Local Government Association (LGA) welcomed Bernard Finnigan to the role of State Local Government Relations…

The Local Government Association of South Australia has welcomed its new president, Whyalla Mayor Jim Pollock. LGA Returning Officer and CEO Wendy Campana said Cr Pollock was elected unopposed at…

By Lilia Guan   Local Government Association (LGA) of NSW president, Keith Rhoades, said the association's annual conference, held in Albury this week, helped shape the future of local government.   Cr Rhoades told Government…

South Australian councils have called for both parties to support a Parliamentary inquiry into local government revenue. In a direct appeal ahead of next week’s federal election, the Local Government…

South Australia’s Obesity Prevention and Lifestyle (OPAL) program is continuing to grow, with four more councils joining the initiative to encourage families to lead healthy, active lives. Starting in September,…

South Australia Environment and Conservation Minister Paul Caica has announced $7.7 million in funding for two projects to help divert more waste from landfill. Mr Caica said councils are being…

By Rob O'Brien Local government in the UK is facing severe job and spending cuts as the country heads towards a general election in May, according to a survey conducted by…