Emergency Services
Natural Disaster declared for Lake Macquarie
The NSW and Federal Governments have activated additional assistance for communities impacted by recent bushfires with a Natural Disaster Declaration for the Lake Macquarie...
Waste levy waived for four bushfire-hit LGAs
The NSW Government has announced it will waive the waste levy for four Local Government Areas (LGAs) affected by recent bushfires across the state.
Under...
Draft transport plan rolled out for Illawarra Shoalhaven
A draft transport plan for the Illawarra Shoalhaven region has been released by the NSW Government, offering a 20-year vision to guide the region’s...
Ipswich council initiative helps local business bloom
Two new businesses located in the heart of Ipswich have taken advantage of an Ipswich City Council initiative to open their doors in Ipswich...
Coffs Harbour water monitoring work flows
The first steps in an expansive water quality monitoring program by City of Coffs Harbour Council will include a 24/7 stocktake on Hearnes Lake...
Randwick builds on amenities accessibility
Randwick City Council has begun construction of a new amenities building near the netball courts at Heffron Park in Maroubra to better support women...
Report reveals economic ‘wake-up call’ for City of Moreton Bay
City of Moreton Bay Council says the region is on track to become home to one million people in the next 30 years, with...
Georges River Councillor honoured for 20 years’ service
Georges River Councillor, Kathryn Landsberry, has been honoured for 20 years of service in local government.
The award was presented at the 2025 Local Government...
ALGA extends condolences to Shire of Ravensthorpe over bushfire death of Deputy President
Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) President, Matt Burnett, has extended the Association's sincere condolences to the family of Shire of Ravensthorpe Deputy President, Mark...
Queensland Govt pledges $3.29m for safety projects
The Queensland Government has announced $3.29 million in funding for local council public safety projects for Logan, Somerset, Western Downs and Townsville.
Funded projects will...
Historic new bridge opened for Wingham
Wingham’s new $40.7 million Cedar Party Creek Bridge has been officially opened during a ceremony on-site yesterday.
Federal and State Government representatives joined MidCoast Council’s...
Melville Men’s Shed back in business after $876k facelift
The Melville Community Men’s Shed is back in business after receiving a major refurbishment by City of Melville Council.
The Men’s Shed was reopened on...
Willoughby council announces inclusive art prizes
Willoughby City Council has announced the winners of the 2025 Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate Art Competition, unveiled following an official awards ceremony held at the...
New school carpark marks start of Caboolture River Road upgrade
Morayfield State School’s ageing car park facilities are set to be transformed as part of City of Moreton Bay Council’s much-anticipated improvements to Caboolture...
Environmental health win for Maribyrnong team
Maribyrnong City Council’s Environmental Health team has been awarded the Maddocks – Environmental Health Practitioners Australia (EHPA) Award for Team Excellence & Innovation.
The prestigious...
