The NSW government has released a consultation paper as it seeks to reform the state’s Emergency Services Levy.
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Paper seeks ideas to shift airbnbs to long-term rentals
The NSW government is considering carrots and sticks to get properties off the short term rental market.
Winners announced at LGNSW environment awards
The best local government environment initiatives have been recognised at LGNSW’s annual awards.
Cost-shift report says state charges eating up council funds
LGNSW says more that $1.36 billion worth of costs are shifted onto the local government sector each year.
Taskforce to work with councils on modular social housing
A housing taskforce will work with NSW local councils to identify potential sites for modular social housing.
War of words breaks out as councils accused of slowing housing pipeline
NSW councils have rejected suggestions they are contributing to the state’s housing crisis by asking applicants to withdraw DAs.
Asbestos course for council workers wins training award
A collaboration between business and LGNSW that produced an asbestos training program for council employees has recieved a state government award.
New CEO at local government peak; high flyer joins transport safety body
Appointments, departures and movement in and around government.
LGNSW chief to lead Northern Beaches Council
LGNSW chief Scott Phillips is joining Northern Beaches Council as its new CEO.
Is it time for a local government tourism levy in NSW?
A local government conference has heard arguments for a statewide tourism levy in NSW to return tourist dollars to councils.