LG Focus

Local Government FOCUS is a free, independent newspaper that highlights the key issues facing Local Government and promotes best practice among Councils.

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In LG Focus October, a new report finds councils are often at the forefront of disaster response but state and federal assistance is falling short of what’s required to help councils prepare for and respond to extreme weather. https://t.co/ujqxeGgf2w

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@ARC2350 Armidale councillors have joined 23 other councils and peak body @LGNSW in opposing the government proposed legislative changes to developer infrastructure contributions and request that the Bill, as it stands, be withdrawn. https://t.co/C4byqmAvmj

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A NSW Government plan to resume responsibility for 400km of local roads – less than 3% of the promised 15,000 – was a massive disappointment for local government, according to @LGNSW. https://t.co/MNoZuSYoIc

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The @cityofalbany , @CityofBunbury1, @RockinghamCity and the @ShireofNarembeen have received Road Safety Awards at @WALGA AGM. https://t.co/qqL364CIPP

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LG Focus September: Round 1 of the Federal Government’s Future Fuels Fund will see 403 new Electric Vehicle charging stations built in an effort to stimulate confidence in the emerging zero emissions vehicle market. https://t.co/Bd63FrbyyK

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In August LG Focus looks at the threat of cyber attacks on local government. In Australia 59,806 cybercrimes were reported last year, 102% increase in ransomware attacks and 23% increase in government breaches, experts say 'It’s a matter of when – not if'. https://t.co/5X7v8MPWRq

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Celebrating Homelessness Week (1-7 Aug) the WA Government will co-fund $6 million in initiatives to address homelessness in local communities. The fund encourages partnerships with councils to locally design, coordinate and implement their local response. https://t.co/4AUePD5TrE

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LG Focus reports: Western Australian communities devastated by Severe Tropical Cyclone Seroja in April this year, will receive joint state & federal funding of $104.5 million, the largest disaster recovery package in the state’s history. https://t.co/3Qs2kl5czo

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Changes to NSW Government regulations announced on Friday (July 9) will help support COVID-safe elections with voters able to access an online iVote option, as well as postal or in-person options, according to @LGNSW. https://t.co/VKPeP62qcF

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@WestArnhem Regional Council, NT, is celebrating a significant milestone in the journey towards reconciliation with the launch of its first Reconciliation Action Plan. Artwork by Shaun Lee, inspired by each West Arnhem community. Image courtesy WARC. https://t.co/aQyoegRbcU

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More than 45,000 council staff across NSW have been made eligible for special vaccination leave, after 105 councils opted-in to a special Local Government (COVID-19) Splinter (Interim) Award 2020 secured by peak body @LGNSW and unions last year. https://t.co/BKaRDL1mtC

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Two partnerships representing 13 LGAs have been selected as WA's first Regional Climate Alliances. The initiative encourages regional local governments to work together to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. https://t.co/BY1wHYjZ9I

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LG Focus profiled Mayor Anne Monceaux,@CityofBurnside said loss of tree canopy was always a threat for the UNESCO 'Tree City of the World’. Council continually weighs-up demands for infill development against protection of character homes, parks & gardens. https://t.co/ecdStSYEUF

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Qld Deputy Premier and Minister for Local Government, Steven Miles and @LGAQ President, Mayor Mark Jamieson have signed the Rural and Remote Councils Compact, pledging to amplify the voice of these communities on the State Government stage. https://t.co/noYoBPHA4a

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Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development & Communications is calling on regional communities to help support the creation of a new Regional Data Hub. Feedback via a 20 minute survey captures your data usage, needs and aspirations. https://t.co/UI34CI2QO2

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LG Focus June shines a light on a program developed by Maroondah City Council, connecting carers of people with a disability or mental health issue with other carers. Pathways for Carers has proven so successful it's being rolled out across Victoria. https://t.co/EBvN5PqwGv

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South Australian Government is launching a new website aimed at increasing transparency in local councils including how all 68 SA councils spend rate-payers’ money. @LGAofSA & councils consulted on using the data for planning, benchmarking & reporting. https://t.co/z3Fu51jJfO

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In LG Focus this month: Regional Australia Institute @RegionalAus has launched the Liveability Toolkit, a new resource for regional communities wanting to grow, to help them capitalise on the burgeoning interest in living outside the capital cities. https://t.co/iCrWQcwKFE

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This week's Indigenous Leaders Forum (ILF) supports Mornington Shire Mayor Kyle Yanner’s request for an independent audit of service delivery to his community. @LGAQ CEO Greg Hallam called on the Qld Government to support the audit. https://t.co/KwNOAycmqY

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@MAV President, Cr David Clark, said he was thrilled the Victoria Government listened to community feedback about the need for a container deposit scheme collection network that was easy to access & use and that maximised the recycling of containers. https://t.co/tls3QMLyvv