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It has been said that Regional Australia is the engine room of Australia's economy, but are we doing enough to support the important role of our regions in Australia's economic growth?
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Early payment of Financial Assistance Grants
The Federal Government has this week announced an early cash injection of almost $1.2 billion under the Financial Assistance Grants (FAGs) program, which is 50 per cent of the 2018-19 FAGs funding. This early cash injection of more than $1.
Infrastructure Australia calls for a renewed commitment to infrastructure reform
Infrastructure Australia has called on Australia's governments to renew their commitment to infrastructure reform in a new report that outlines what has been achieved since the release of the Australian Infrastructure Plan in February 2016.
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Here's what we can learn about our communities' health
Australia's communities are generally healthy but there are some key areas for improvement, according to the latest report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The two-yearly report card, Australia's health 2018, was recently launched by the Hon. Greg Hunt MP, Minister for Health.
Harnessing data to better plan our transport networks
A blueprint for gathering, processing and using data to plan major national infrastructure projects is set to better inform decision making across the sector and provide insight into Australia's future infrastructure needs.
$20 million to support Australia's volunteers
Community organisations will benefit from $20 million in grants to support the efforts of their volunteers following a recent announcement of the Volunteer Grants round. The Government recognises the value of Australia s 8.7 million volunteers, Minister for Social Services Dan Tehan said.
Photos and presentations from the NGA and Regional Forum
Photos taken by the ALGA photography team are available for your viewing pleasure at ALGA's Flickr account. Photos have been loaded onto Flickr and are available to download. Downloading access will be turned off on 1 September 2018.
Banyule City Council to host 2018 Australian Age-friendly Cities Forum
Banyule City Council will be hosting the 2018 Australian Age-friendly Cities Forum on the 17th and 18th October in Greensborough, Victoria. This event provides the chance to share experiences with like-minded people and learn from keynote speakers, presentations and activities that are planned. This year there will be a live video link up to the World Health Organisation, Switzerland.
Community projects receive grants to commemorate Centenary of Armistice
Communities across the country are set to receive almost $320,000 under the Armistice Centenary Grants Program to develop 50 projects to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armistice of the First World War. Cobar Shire Council and Gunnedah Shire Council, both in NSW, were some of the successful recipients of the grants.
Fair Work Ombudsman to work with local councils to improve management of security supply chains
The Fair Work Ombudsman has released the findings of its Inquiry into the procurement of security services by local government, highlighting an opportunity for councils to work with the regulator to improve supply chain governance efforts. The Inquiry was commenced following industry concerns and intelligence that security employees were being underpaid in the local government sector.
Here's what we can learn about our communities' health
Australia's communities are generally healthy but there are some key areas for improvement, according to the latest report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The two-yearly report card, Australia's health 2018, was recently launched by the Hon. Greg Hunt MP, Minister for Health.
Harnessing data to better plan our transport networks
A blueprint for gathering, processing and using data to plan major national infrastructure projects is set to better inform decision making across the sector and provide insight into Australia's future infrastructure needs.
$20 million to support Australia's volunteers
Community organisations will benefit from $20 million in grants to support the efforts of their volunteers following a recent announcement of the Volunteer Grants round. The Government recognises the value of Australia s 8.7 million volunteers, Minister for Social Services Dan Tehan said.
Photos and presentations from the NGA and Regional Forum
Photos taken by the ALGA photography team are available for your viewing pleasure at ALGA's Flickr account. Photos have been loaded onto Flickr and are available to download. Downloading access will be turned off on 1 September 2018.
Banyule City Council to host 2018 Australian Age-friendly Cities Forum
Banyule City Council will be hosting the 2018 Australian Age-friendly Cities Forum on the 17th and 18th October in Greensborough, Victoria. This event provides the chance to share experiences with like-minded people and learn from keynote speakers, presentations and activities that are planned. This year there will be a live video link up to the World Health Organisation, Switzerland.
Community projects receive grants to commemorate Centenary of Armistice
Communities across the country are set to receive almost $320,000 under the Armistice Centenary Grants Program to develop 50 projects to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armistice of the First World War. Cobar Shire Council and Gunnedah Shire Council, both in NSW, were some of the successful recipients of the grants.
Fair Work Ombudsman to work with local councils to improve management of security supply chains
The Fair Work Ombudsman has released the findings of its Inquiry into the procurement of security services by local government, highlighting an opportunity for councils to work with the regulator to improve supply chain governance efforts. The Inquiry was commenced following industry concerns and intelligence that security employees were being underpaid in the local government sector.
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Natural Disaster Resilience, Response & Recovery
The Natural Disaster Resilience, Response & Recovery conference will explore how we can build more resilient communities, identify strategies to mitigate the challenges of natural disaster response, and examine the lessons learned during recovery to further build resilience and heal community trauma.
Topics to be explored:
- Unpack the importance of embedding resilience within the community
- Identify frameworks to build resilient communities
- Build on & strengthen partnerships between all levels of government, private stakeholders & the local communities
- Develop tailored strategies to better engage communities in recovery to address trauma
- Learn how resilience comes full circle from preparedness to recovery
Book before 13 July to save $400 off your ticket - hurry, seats are limited!
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