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WHAT A WASTE: USU TAKES ACTION ON WASTE “STRATEGY”

WHAT A WASTE: USU TAKES ACTION ON WASTE “STRATEGY”

7 Nov, 2016 | |

At the Council meeting of 5 October 2016 a report titled ‘Strategic Waste Options – Briefing Paper 2016’ was tabled. The purpose of the paper was to “report on possible strategies to implement an effective and efficient waste service.” Council, AKA Mr Viv May – Administrator, resolved to form a Working Group. The working group has been formed and has been advised that the matter will be discussed and, in Mr May’s opinion, a decision will be made at the December Council meeting.

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How is your Award negotiated?

How is your Award negotiated?

3 Nov, 2016 | |

The Local Government (State) Award (the Award) is the Industrial Instrument under which you work. It governs your wages and conditions … and you have a say in the negotiations.

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LOCAL COUNCILS IGNORED IN WESTERN SYDNEY CITY DEAL

LOCAL COUNCILS IGNORED IN WESTERN SYDNEY CITY DEAL

25 Oct, 2016 | |

Last week the Prime Minister announced the signing of the MOU for the Western Sydney City Deal with the NSW Government, but in doing so has left local councils out of the equation. This goes against the grain of what a City Deal is supposed to achieve. City Deals provide an opportunity for governments, in particular local governments, to work together and encourage the economic growth of a region.

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