#UK voters in 'Shit the bed, again' Non-shocker outcome.
Farage's #Brexit was so successful folk want some of that magic in their local politics too....
#LocalGovernment
Route Fifty: States used cyber grants for ‘hundreds’ of key projects, report finds. “The Government Accountability Office found this week that the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program has helped fund 839 state and local cybersecurity projects as of Aug. 1, 2024, by which time the Department of Homeland Security had provided $172 million in grants to states out of a total $1 billion […]
Street signs with proper Arrernte names appear overnight in Alice Springs
Unapproved street signs in Arrernte language have been installed as cultural guides alongside the town's originals, with QR codes linking to correct pronunciations and background on the words' meanings.
#AboriginalLanguage #Aboriginal #Language #LocalGovernment #History #Education
Costs and cancellations adding up for fed-up flyers in regional SA
By Duncan Bailey and Arj Ganesan
The cost of flights is taking its toll on regional travellers on the Eyre Peninsula, where a local council paying a high price for its airport is begging for more federal support.
#AirTransportIndustry #RegionalCommunities #TravelandTourism #LocalGovernment #AustralianFederalElections #FederalGovernment #DuncanBailey #ArjGanesan
Town fears losing identity if iconic oak trees removed for powerlines
By Cathy Adams
Tenterfield is famous for its vibrant oak trees, but a tree management plan contains a recommendation not to replace the species.
#Trees #EnvironmentalManagement #LocalGovernment #ElectricityProductionandDistribution #CathyAdams
Perth residents bemoan loss of annual verge rubbish collections
By Emma Wynne
Debate has erupted in Perth over the merits of verge bulk collections after a council replaced its service with a personalised pick-up model.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-02/loss-of-council-bulk-waste-collection-perth-suburbs/105244706
Property of man dead for 65 years among lots auctioned for unpaid rates
By Jade Toomey
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council is auctioning two dozen properties to recover unpaid rates. But local Gina Greentree says the council has bungled the process, with the farmer bidding for a lot she thought she owned.
Wisconsin’s Iowa County Reacting to Cyber Incident Amid Growing Threats to Local Governments #LocalGovernment #Cyberattack #Wisconsin https://dysruptionhub.com/iowa-county-wi-cyber-incident/
End of e-waste facility highlights barriers to recycling in country WA
By Piper Duffy
The only e-waste recycling facility servicing the state's Midwest is forced to close, leaving residents in the one-bin city of Geraldton with even fewer options for climate-conscious rubbish disposal.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-01/midwest-e-waste-closure-solidifies-recycling-issue/105223312
#RecyclingandWasteManagement #LocalGovernment #EnvironmentalImpact #Pollution #PiperDuffy
Report into Lynas water deal finds no City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder misconduct
By Jarrod Lucas
Mayor Glenn Wilson has defended the decision to not publicly release an independent review of the council's water supply contract with Lynas Rare Earths saying it could risk potential legal claims worth millions.
Tougher fines for tree damage 'good start', but more needed to catch vandals
By Millie Roberts
Two harbourside Sydney councils say support to find and prosecute offenders who cut down, vandal or poison trees is the next step in tackling the destruction.
#Vandalism #Environment #LocalGovernment #Crime #EnvironmentalImpact #MillieRoberts
Anger and apprehension: Camberwell responds to activity centre zoning
By Elise Kinsella
Camberwell is one of the first areas to witness the way the Victorian government's new housing development plan is playing out on established neighbourhoods, heritage protections and property prices.
#HousingPolicy #UrbanDevelopmentandPlanning #HousingConstructionIndustry #LocalGovernment #StateandTerritoryGovernment #EliseKinsella
Get Involved: Discover Raleigh’s Local Government Events – April 30th
Raleigh residents, your city is here for you — and you’re invited to take part! The City of Raleigh is hosting a series of meaningful public events this Wednesday, April 30, 2025, and whether you’re interested in historic preservation, neighborhood planning, or just staying informed, there’s something for you.
Here’s what’s happening:
RHDC Research Committee
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Where: Boards and Commissions
Start your morning with history in focus. The Raleigh Historic Development Commission (RHDC) Research Committee dives deep into the city’s historic preservation efforts. If you’re passionate about Raleigh’s rich architectural past or interested in how we preserve our heritage, this meeting is the perfect place to tune in or attend.
Ask-A-Planner: Rooted and Growing – Neighborhood Change
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Where: Community Engagement
Have questions about how Raleigh is evolving? This interactive event is your chance to ask city planners directly about neighborhood change, growth, and how the city’s plans impact you. Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, business owner, or simply curious, “Ask-A-Planner” is designed to foster open dialogue with the community.
Meeting Canceled: Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee
Please note that the Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee meeting scheduled for 3:30 p.m. has been canceled. Stay tuned for rescheduling updates.
Want to stay connected to everything Raleigh government? Follow @DoRaleigh on social media for real-time updates, events, public input opportunities, and city news.
Get involved. Be informed. #DoRaleigh
#CityOfRaleigh #DoRaleigh #events #GetInvolved #LocalGovernment #News #raleigh
Absolutely howling at the proposal to merge Reigate and Banstead with Crawley - Bangate, anyone? #Reigate #Crawley #LocalGovernment #UKPolitics https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/concerns-raised-over-merging-reigate-31533592
Owner of obedient, partially blind dog shocked by $806 fine
By Chloe Chomicki
A Queensland man has failed in his bid to have a hefty penalty for walking his dog without a leash reduced.
Outcry over NT proposal to strip voters of right to elect local mayors
By Victoria Ellis and Stewart Brash
The Local Government Association of the Northern Territory has criticised a proposal to change how council mayors are elected in some jurisdictions.
#LocalElections #LocalGovernment #Voting #VictoriaEllis #StewartBrash
https://www.fogolf.com/951578/san-bernardino-county-extends-el-prado-golf-course-contract-through-2047-daily-bulletin/ San Bernardino County extends El Prado Golf Course contract through 2047 – Daily Bulletin #California #Chino #ChinoValley #Golf #GolfCourses #LocalGovernment #LocalNews #SanBernardinoCounty #TopStories
Hamilton County, Tennessee Sheriff's Office Restores Services After Ransomware Attack #LocalGovernment #Ransomware #Cyberattack #Tennessee https://dysruptionhub.com/hamilton-county-tn-sheriff-cyberattack/
Ransomware Attack Shuts Down DuPage County, Illinois Court and Sheriff Systems #LocalGovernment #Ransomware #Cyberattack #Illinois https://dysruptionhub.com/dupage-il-ransomware-courts-sheriff/
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