Saturday, December 13, 2025

Expos

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...

Brimbank council CEO contract extended

Brimbank Council has unanimously endorsed a five-year extension to the contract of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Fiona Blair. Mayor, Virginia Tachos (pictured with Ms Blair)...

Murray River councils welcome new Chair

The Murray River Group of Councils (MRGC) has announced the appointment of Swan Hill Rural City Council Mayor, Stuart King, as its Chairperson for...

Future is female for Frankston City Council

For the first time in its history, Frankston City Council has a female Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Chief Executive Officer, following the election of...

IPWEA Fleet Conference program confirmed

The IPWEA Fleet Conference returns in 2026 with a powerhouse program, with the organisation this week confirming the speaker lineup for the annual event. To...

Griffith City Council staff efforts back local charities

Griffith City Council staff are doing their bit to make a difference in the lives of locals, raising funds to support charities that provide...

MidCoast Mayor ‘dismayed’ at rejection of flood relief grants for residents

MidCoast Council Mayor, Claire Pontin says she is astounded and dismayed that financially vulnerable local residents have been left out in the cold by...

Million-dollar makeover for Toowoomba aquatic centre

The Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre is set to receive a significant upgrade thanks to more than $1 million in funding from the...

Bushfire community hubs activated for Woy Woy and Buledelah

The NSW Government has announced recovery hubs will be established in Woy Woy and Buledelah and hardship payments made available for individuals and families...

Consultation opens on Tasmanian LG election reform

The Tasmanian Government has opened public consultation on reforms to strengthen the framework foundation for local government elections. Acting Minister for Local Government, Eric Abetz...

Police and border councils unite for road safety message

Police, Government and local border councils from the ACT and NSW are urging drivers to slow down and pay attention while travelling on the Kings Highway this summer. The Kings...

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...

$15m pledged for Queensland council infrastructure projects

More than $15 million in funding for four North Queensland councils has been announced by the Queensland Government. Delivered as part of the 2024–28 Local Government Grants and Subsidies...

Nature’s jewel shines as Coffs Harbour reports strong financial quarter 

A leafy new subtropical oasis in the heart of Coffs Harbour is proving popular as a community asset valued by locals and treasured by...

Port Stephens Council reveals Medowie town centre masterplan

Port Stephens Councillors have endorsed the public exhibition of a draft Medowie Town Centre Masterplan, making a significant step forward in planning to create...