Tag: Local Government
Broome councillors accused of self-interest
The Broome Chamber of Commerce has hit out at the local shire's opposition to a proposed Kimberley gas hub, saying councillors are speaking for themselves rather than the community.[MORE]
Tamworth prepared for music festival
The Tamworth Council in New South Wales says it is completely prepared for the weeks ahead which will see music fans descend on the city for Australia's biggest country music festival.[MORE]
Cairns council financially prepared for 2009: mayor
The Cairns Regional Council Mayor Val Schier says the council is in a good financial position for 2009. [MORE]
Mackay council to auction stray bulls
A north Queensland council is looking for a new home for two stray bulls.[MORE]
Tumut childcare centre staff call for council help
A staff member at a Tumut Childcare centre in New South Wales marked for closure is appealing to Tumut Shire Council to step in so the service stays open.[MORE]
Ratepayers should decide fate of Cockburn Council: LGA
The Local Government Association says the fate of the Cockburn Council should be left in the hands of the ratepayers.[MORE]
Palmerston mayor praises new medical services
The Northern Territory Government's decision to double ambulance services for Palmerston and the rural area is being welcomed by the city's mayor. [MORE]
Gold Coast councillor supports adult shop regulations
A Gold Coast City councillor says he supports a plan to stop adult shops opening near schools and childcare centres in Queensland.[MORE]
Cockburn Mayor returns to work
City of Cockburn Mayor Stephen Lee returned to work today after standing down for three months.[MORE]
Creative industries contribute $92m to local economy: study
A new study has found that creative industries in the Port Macquarie Hastings region in New South Wales contribute $92 million to the local economy.[MORE]
Council warns real traffic impact yet to hit
The real impact of major road changes in Brisbane will not be known for a month.[MORE]
Shepparton brothel to go ahead
The Mayor of Shepparton says the council has to accept a controversial brothel development will go ahead in the north-east Victorian region.[MORE]
Approval sought to improve water supply at Darby's Falls
Final approval is being sought from the New South Wales Government to improve the water supply at Darby's Falls in the Cowra Shire.[MORE]
Church urged to protect heritage values
The Hobart City Council wants Tasmania's Anglican Church to ensure a conservation management plan is made a sale condition for one of the city's heritage churches. [MORE]
Doubts over swim centre project
A private company has walked away from an agreement to manage the proposed state aquatic centre at Marion and there are concerns that the economic slowdown may cause further delays.[MORE]
Brisbane motorists face gridlock with traffic changes
Traffic delays are expected in inner Brisbane from today due to construction of the Hale Street Bridge.[MORE]
Gaffney undecided on state politics
The Latrobe Mayor, Mike Gaffney, says he will need a couple of weeks to decide whether to stand as a candidate for the Tasmanian upper house seat of Mersey.[MORE]
Proposed Civic Hall developers submit revised plan
The proposed developers of Ballarat's Civic Hall have submitted a revised financial plan to the Ballarat Council.[MORE]
Council admits workers caused Lake Wendouree fire
The Ballarat Council has admitted that a fire in Lake Wendouree on Monday was caused by the actions of its workers.[MORE]
Bega MP calls for new coastal patrol boat
There are calls for a new coastal patrol boat to be stationed on New South Wale's far south coast.[MORE]
Kondinin Shire hopes for sewerage scheme funding
The Shire of Kondinin is optimistic the Western Australian Government will provide the financial assistance it needs to establish a new sewerage scheme.[MORE]
Council hopes for resolution over State Battery building
Western Australia's Heritage Council hopes a visit to Sandstone, to meet with shire representatives will help resolve a deadlock over the future of a heritage-listed building.[MORE]
Council tackles Inman River stench
Victor Harbor Council says it has a 10-year plan to deal with the stench from drying effluent in the Inman River.[MORE]
Council seeks Federal funding for sporting facilities upgrade
The Mid Western Regional Council is seeking Federal Government funding to help pay for an overhaul of Mudgee's sporting facilities.[MORE]
Calls for local councils to be given power to approve wind farms
The state member for Burrinjuck, in central west NSW says the power to approve wind farm developments should be returned to local councils.[MORE]
