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Committee to hear from local government associations

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On Friday, 7 June 2024, the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport will hear from local government associations from South Australia, Western Australia, Victoria, and the Northern Territory as part of its inquiry into local government sustainability. The Committee will also hear from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, Jobs and Skills … Continued

Response to the Untimely Termination of Liverpool CEO’s Contract

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Procedural fairness and due process are fundamental to any investigation. A divided council lost track of these fundamental principles in voting to terminate the employment of CEO John Ajaka at the Council meeting held on the 29th May 2024. The termination was voted on despite Liverpool City Council not yet being in possession of the … Continued

Have your say on North Sydney’s next ten years

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Friday 31 May 2024 If you have thoughts on how North Sydney can meet the challenges and opportunities facing us over the next ten years, now is the time to have your say. Until 23 June, everyone in our community is being invited to ‘Have your say on our next ten years’ and help shape … Continued

Celebrating 25 years of grassroots partnership between city and country

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30 May 2024 A unique urban–rural partnership dedicated to environmental restoration, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, is set to continue for at least another five years. Early last Friday morning, 24 May, 29 Bushcare volunteers, six Council staff and four councillors set off on their 25th annual pilgrimage to the farming town … Continued

*** MEDIA ALERT ***

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What: Council workers rally at Liverpool Council Chambers   When: 1.30pm today (Wednesday 29 May)   Where: 50 Scott St Liverpool   Why: Mayor Ned Mannoun reneged on deal with council workers   More Information:    Liverpool Mayor addicted to chaos and driven by conflict   Controversial Liverpool Mayor, Ned Mannoun, has welched on a … Continued

“Love your trees”, Willoughby City Council mayor tells residents

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Local residents have a civic responsibility to protect Sydney’s urban tree canopy, according to Willoughby City Council Mayor Tanya Taylor. In a speech to be given at the launch of the Council’s Canopy of Life Tree Festival on Wednesday 29 May 2024, Mayor Taylor will announce work designed to inspire residents to be more eco-conscious by … Continued

“Love your trees”, Willoughby City Council mayor tells residents

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Local residents have a civic responsibility to protect Sydney’s urban tree canopy, according to Willoughby City Council Mayor Tanya Taylor. In a speech to be given at the launch of the Council’s Canopy of Life Tree Festival on Wednesday 29 May 2024, Mayor Taylor will announce work designed to inspire residents to be more eco-conscious by … Continued

2024 FMA IAG Flood Risk Management Project of the Year Announced

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Floodplain Management Australia (FMA) has announced a joint effort between the NSW Reconstruction Authority, RHELM, Catchment Simulation Solutions and WMAWater as the winner of its 2024 FMA IAG Flood Risk Management Project of the Year Award.  The winning project, the Hawkesbury-Nepean River Flood Study, covers 8 local government areas on Sydney’s western and northern fringes, providing … Continued

2024 FMA IAG Young Floodplain Manager of the Year Announced

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Floodplain Management Australia (FMA) has announced Catherine Walker, from WMS Engineering in Sydney, New South Wales as the winner of the 2024 FMA IAG Young Floodplain Manager of the Year Award.  The prestigious award is presented to a Young Floodplain Manager who has made an outstanding contribution or achievement to the flood risk management industry in their … Continued

2024 FMA Allan Ezzy Flood Risk Manager of the Year Announced

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Floodplain Management Australia (FMA) has announced Peter Cinque of the NSW State Emergency Service as the winner of the prestigious nation-wide FMA Allan Ezzy Flood Risk Manager of the Year Award.  The coveted award is presented to an individual who demonstrates best practice in flood risk management, community engagement and awareness, and an overall drive … Continued