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As urban development accelerates, a new protocol offers councils a reliable way to verify stormwater treatment devices, ensuring effective water...

A program using smart technologies to improve drainage management in the City of Gosnells, in Perth’s south-east, has been recognised...

Evolving technologies, social changes, shifting economies and environmental pressures can be a challenge, but a new Victorian initiative aims to...

By Amy Crawford, CEO, Australian Local Government Association It was fantastic to see about 150 mayors, shire presidents, CEOs and...

By Kerry Kingham, CEO, The Chooze Shop In recent months, the epidemic of violence against women has reached terrifying levels...

Each edition of Council magazine we choose one local government from across Australia to shine a spotlight on. Whether it's...

The Australian economy is changing, and many councils around Australia will have communities facing upheaval because of this. Wellington Shire...

Brisbane City Council is undertaking a major project to transform 64 hectares of inner-city greenspace over the coming years into...

Accessibility is a major concern for thousands of Australians who struggle with mobility issues. A trip that might be only...

On the surface, using recycled water in green space makes sense, solving several problems at once – reducing the strain...

The City of Canning is located in Perth's south-eastern suburbs, about 10 kilometres from the Perth CBD. Since 2017 council...

If you or your team has been tasked with the significant job of counting carbon emissions for your council, drafting...

In each edition of Council Magazine we choose one local government from across Australia to shine a spotlight on. This...

The City of Launceston has expanded its engagement to a whole new audience thanks to the universally popular video game...

By Neil Gibson, Project Director, Blacktown City Council Opened in November 2023, the Blacktown Exercise, Sports and Technology Hub was...

By Michele Nugent​​​​, Media & Communications Officer, City of Cockburn Could regular exercise at local council recreation centres be the...

By Tess Macallan, Journalist, Council Magazine As the number of Australians aged 65 and over is projected to double over...

Providing professional diversity and inclusion training, podcast production and opportunities for on-air sponsorship, Australia’s LGBTQIA+ community broadcaster JOY Media is...