A number of Councils have announced support packages to help their residents, businesses, sporting and community groups address the social and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Central Coast Council, which has already seen the shutdown of more than 5,000 local businesses, has established a COVID-19 Economic Task Force to help the battered economy ride the pandemic.

Lake Macquarie City Council and Hunter Water have joined forces for a Hunter-first program aimed at providing better career pathways for university graduates.

We chat to Adam Clarke, Program Coordinator in the City Innovation and Sustainability team at City of Newcastle, about how he is making some impressive contributions to mitigating climate change.

A base payment of $1m will be provided to 42 of the most severely bushfire impacted councils in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland.

A national human rights award has been presented to Armidale Regional Council for its role in a welcoming and supportive program to settle Ezidi refugees in the region.

Megan Schlotjes, Manager Asset Strategy, Planning and Performance at Northern Beaches Council, is awarded the 2019 David Abbott Award as the achievements of NSW engineers are celebrated at the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia Excellence Awards.

The NSW local government peak has used its annual conference to unveil two major initiatives designed to encourage more people to work in the sector.

Meet Sean Baker - a Sutherland Shire Council officer featuring in a new state government guide that is designed to match the skills of defence force veterans with jobs in local government.

A message from Local Government NSW President Cr Linda Scott: 10 July 2019

Local Government Association of Queensland chief executive Greg Hallam says new research had found that Queenslanders’ satisfaction with their local councils increased in 2019.

The Minister for Local Government, the Hon David Templeman MLA officially launched the WALGA Economic Development Framework Project at an event held at Crown Perth this morning.

Moree Plains Shire Council employs people who are passionate about the community, and in turn offers real job satisfaction.

Dwayne has built his career in the industry he loves, and continues to develop his skills with the training and support of local government.

Lucy kick-started her career at council through an apprenticeship, learning new skills and meeting inspiring people along the way.