ALGA publishes a fortnightly newsletter featuring the latest local government news.
1 Aug 2018
FAIRFAX Media has claimed Coalition-held seats with high levels of socio-economic advantage have been major beneficiaries of the National Stronger Regions Fund. The $620 million fund was established in 2014...
THE RIPPLES from China’s waste import ban and the depressed recyclables market are continuing to spread, with the ACT Government now saying the long-term destination of paper, cardboard, cans and...
LOCAL Government in NSW is not doing enough to demonstrate competent service delivery to its constituents, says the state’s Audit Office. While many councils report activity, Auditor-General Margaret Crawford says...
THE TASMANIAN Liberal Party has unveiled a “sweetened TasWater Plan” it claims will advantage councils and save households money. If it retains government at the 3 March election, the party...
COUNCILS must secure strong political and public support for walking and cycling to ensure the infrastructure they provide is better patronised, University of Queensland researchers say. In an on-line article...
9 Jul 2018
Having a place to call home is a fundamental human right, but unfortunately too many people in our communities find themselves without a roof over their head – often for...
8 Jul 2018
In February 2012, 23-year-old Sarah Frazer was on her way to begin University when her car broke down. After pulling into the emergency breakdown lane, Sarah called for assistance. As...
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has released three participant booklets to support current and future NDIS participants, their families and carers throughout their NDIS journey. A key recommendation of...
For National Child Protection Week, Australia’s leading child protection advocate, Bravehearts, has launched its free Personal Safety Parents’ Guide to help Australian parents better protect their children. The guide can...
