A report published by the Australian Centre of Excellence in Local Government (ACELG) last month, reported on the importance and dimensions of a successful relationship between a Mayor (or President) and CEO. The research finds...
Ok, this is stretching the bounds of relevance to our specialty topics but we love typography and if you do too, you might enjoy this ready reckoner.
Many communities are taking steps to make the most of the opportunities offered by the digital economy. The NBN rollout is boosting efforts in this area. Regional Development Australia provided a community information series on...
We love this article from Patrick Stoke, a Lecturer in Philosophy at Deakin University. It is about “how to construct and defend an argument and to recognize when a belief has become indefensible”. Yes,...
Localise is excited to be contributing to local government in the Pacific. Mark Dacombe is currently contracted to VNG International to provide support for the strengthening of Local Government Associations in the Pacific. The project...
How can regional and remote areas access training in economic development? Economic Development Australia (EDA) runs an innovative program that addresses this need. The Regional and Remote Area Training Program (RRATP) connects interested regional and...
This is a model for identifying better and transferable solutions. Right away I found this an interesting concept and explored further. It’s based on the observation that in every community there are certain individuals or...
Here is a great example of a metropolitan city quarterly economic report from Auckland City.
From the UK, Localis latest report Catalyst Councils: A New Future for Local Public Service Delivery, argues that local government is facing irrevocable change. The days of the ‘traditional’ council that does everything itself are long since...
Congratulations to all the winners of the EDA awards. The awards not only recognise excellence but help to spread great ideas and practices. See this year’s winning initiatives here.