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Glebe · GlebeThe NSW government says it will implement all the recommendations of an Ombudman’s report that found the past use of automation by Revenue NSW to recover fines and debts from defaulters’ bank accounts was unlawful.
Paul Miller: approach automation with care In findings that have undertones of the federal government’s Robodebt debacle, the Ombudsman also found Revenue NSW didn’t provide decision makers with the right information to implement the…See the Story
Revenue NSW automated debt recovery 'unlawful', ombudsman finds
Environment · GlebeThe amalgamation of three western Sydney councils created a ‘chaotic’, poorly governed environment in which a former senior Inner West Council project engineer was able to get away with corrupt conduct, the ICAC has found.
Chief ICAC Commissioner John Hatzistergos Against this backdrop, IWC project manager Tony Nguyen was able to engage in schemes which resulted in IWC contracts, some worth more than $1 million, being awarded to companies that…See the Story
Corruption flourished amid post-amalgamation chaos, ICAC finds
Glebe · GlebeA Queensland council is working with a local textile recycling company to see if a new type of mulch made from cotton fibres can improve grass coverage. The trial seeks to test if the ‘hydromulch’, which is made from a blend of cotton fibres, grass seed and fertiliser, can increase grass coverage at a local park in the Logan City LGA by increasing soil nutrient levels and retaining moisture. It’s hoped the trial could validate a new circular use…See the Story
Council trials mulch made from recycled cotton
Glebe · GlebeMunicipal monitors been appointed at Darebin City for the second time after the council failed to adequately address issues raised in a previous report.
Melissa Horne: not satisfied Victoria’s minister for local government has the power to appoint monitors to councils that are experiencing governance issues, and Darebin is the tenth council to have monitors appointed since December 2021. Local government minister Melissa Horne announced on Mond…See the Story
Monitors back at Darebin
Diwali · GlebeThe right event done well is as powerful a driver of the brand of a place as you’re likely to get anywhere, according to one of the original architects of the world’s biggest festival of lights, creativity and ideas.
Geoff Parmenter Geoff Parmenter has 30 years of experience in tourism, entertainment and sport both in Australia and overseas, and as Chief Executive of Events NSW from 2007-2011 led development of the state’s first structured annu…See the Story
And idea that changed a city: former chief reflects on 15 years of Vivid
Glebe · GlebeLiverpool City Council will face a ‘robust’ investigation to determine if there’s been a breakdown in operations amid ongoing reports of dysfunction and poor relationships between councillors and staff.
Ron Hoenig: concerns Terms of reference will be finalised in coming days, local government minister Ron Hoenig said in a statement. Mr Hoenig said he’s been concerned about the operations at Liverpool for some time. “It’s clear there’s a fractur…See the Story
