Technology
Sustainable cities: how councils can balance growth with environmental responsibility
Local governments across Australia face the new reality of balancing rapid urban growth with the urgent need for environmental responsibility.
With populations rising, infrastructure ageing,...
Campaspe Shire emergency dashboard goes live
Campaspe Shire Council has launched a new online Emergency Dashboard, a centralised hub designed to provide real-time, reliable information to residents before, during and...
Edward River launches new visitor website
Edward River Council has announced the launch of VisitDeni.com - the first standalone tourism website dedicated entirely to showcasing the vibrant Edward River region.
The...
New app broadens Blue Mountains library services
Blue Mountains Library has never been more accessible with the launch of a new app and the expansion of the ‘Library2U’ Satellite WiFi and...
Central Coast Council completes world-first remote sewer inspection
Central Coast Council has successfully completed what's believed to be a world-first remote sewer inspection using a first-of-its-kind remote controlled vehicle.
Designed and developed by...
NSW Privacy Commissioner to attend Georges River privacy awareness event
NSW Privacy Commissioner, Sonia Minutillo, will be the special guest of Georges River Council for its Privacy Awareness Week (PAW) 2025 staff event this...
Redland to host second tech safe forum
Queensland's Redland City Council is set to host its second annual Tech Savvy Tech Safe Forum later this month as part of the organisation's...
City of Newcastle drives major EV charging expansion
A City of Newcastle Council project to triple the city's public electric vehicle (EV) charging network is nearing completion, with 34 new charging ports...
Local AI tool expands to aid council planning teams
As planning delays and housing challenges persist across Australia, home-grown planning technology, myLot, is helping councils to manage the delivery of high-quality planning outcomes,...
Wingecarribee launches DAISY digital assistant
Wingecarribee Shire Council has announced the launch of DAISY (Development Application Information System) a free, artificial intelligence (AI) powered digital assistant designed to help...
Councils embrace accessible map app
A new web app developed at the University of Melbourne is empowering those with disabilities to confidently engage with their community by simplifying the...
Fraser Coast unveils six new EV chargers
Fraser Coast Regional Council has unveiled six new electric vehicle (EV) stations in the Brolga Theatre car park, boosting convenience for EV drivers and...
How financial constraints prevent councils from meeting community expectations
And why technology is the solution
Local governments across Australia are facing a growing challenge: rising expectations from residents and businesses, while operating within constrained...
World-first SaaS+ ERP powers Wagga’s vision for smarter community services
Wagga Wagga City Council has become the 120th organisation to leverage TechnologyOne SaaS+, a world-first model for delivering modern, efficient business systems without the...
Objective to unveil planning tech at PIA Congress 2025
Objective Corporation is set to launch a new purpose-built planning software solution for local government at this month's 2025 Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)...