14+ hour, 21+ min ago   (248+ words) A new Federal Government-funded service is giving Australians free access to online mental health support, with councils encouraged to help raise awareness in their local communities. Medicare Mental Health Check In is a free, confidential digital service designed for people…...

14+ hour, 45+ min ago   (508+ words) Australia’s rapidly expanding data centre pipeline is driving demand for the people, products and expertise needed to build the infrastructure powering the nation’s digital future. Launching in 2027, Data Centre Build Expo will bring together the people responsible for delivering this…...

15+ hour, 17+ min ago   (539+ words) Image: Prime Creative Media. Vermeer has been confirmed as a Gold Sponsor of International No-Dig Auckland, strengthening the global HDD leader’s commitment to supporting the trenchless industry across Australia and New Zealand. Taking place on 28–29 October 2026 at the New Zealand…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago   (309+ words) The Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA) has called for councils to have a greater role in planning and decisions around data centre developments, as the sector expands across the state. LGA has made a submission to the Federal…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago   (558+ words) The Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT) has recognised five individuals for their longstanding contributions to local government and Tasmanian communities at its 2026 Annual Conference. Former Kingborough Council Mayor, Paula Wriedt, was awarded Life Membership, while Janine Banks, Mary Knowles,…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (332+ words) Local Government NSW (LGNSW) has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to retain the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) as a standalone program and extend funding certainty until 30 June 2029. LGNSW President Mayor, Darcy Byrne, said the decision would provide greater certainty…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (525+ words) Representatives from Kempsey Shire Council, the project team and Haslin Constructions at the contract signing for the Stuarts Point Wastewater Treatment Plant. Image: Kempsey Shire Council. Kempsey Shire Council has awarded a $51.28 million contract for the design and construction of…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (344+ words) Queensland councils have urged the Federal Government to reconsider proposed changes to disaster funding, warning the reforms could reduce support for communities affected by natural disasters. The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) has outlined its concerns in a 374-page…...

5+ day, 8+ hour ago   (232+ words) With 100 days until Victorians head to the polls, the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) has outlined five priorities for the next State Government, focusing on housing, community safety, transport, resilience and the future of local government. Local Government is expected…...

5+ day, 8+ hour ago   (258+ words) The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to extend Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) contracts until 30 June 2029 and retain the program as a standalone service. ALGA President, Mayor Matt Burnett, said the extension would provide…...