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NSW council improves safety of fleet with GPS
A NSW council says incorporating GPS into its fleet assets has helped create a safer fleet, reduce accidents and save money.
Shortlist announced for Central West REZ
A shortlist of potential operators has been announced for Australia’s first renewable energy zone in the NSW central west.
ALGA garners support of farmers federation in push for National Cabinet seat
ALGA and the NFF have joined forces to demand a seat at National Cabinet for local government.
Call for mandatory ethics training for public servants
A parliamentary committee has recommended mandatory ethics training for Victoria’s public servants.
National corruption watchdog on election agenda
Labor has pledged to legislate for a “powerful, transparent and independent” National Anti-Corruption Commission with the powers of a standing Royal Commission by the end of the year if elected.
Yarra uses new technology in road pavement trial
A Melbourne council is trialing a road pavement technology designed to minimise urban flooding.
Sydney council accused of paternalism over Aboriginal development dispute
A metropolitan Aboriginal land council has accused a council of racism and paternalism in a dispute over a proposed development.
Connecting to Country in infrastructure projects
The Connecting with Country framework is informing built environment projects.
Qld flood response to come under scrutiny
The actions of local government will be included in a review of Queensland’s flood response.