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A rural Queensland Mayor has announced residents will vote on whether their water should be fluoridated.
Resource Minister stays on, despite lacking confidence last week
Australia’s new Prime Minister Kevin Rudd may be keeping his enemies close, retaining Gary Gray as Resource Minister despite Mr Gray criticising his courage and strength.
"Oversight" insults WA's indigenous communities
The Western Australian Government has apologised for an “oversight” in its cultural diversity report, almost entirely ignoring the indigenous populations.
Council belts tightened on perks and privileges
Some City Councillors are plugging bureaucratic leaks and clamping down on perks to save Council cash.
Watchdog sets its sights on Telstra's country practices
Telstra may have its monopoly fees for remote services interrupted, with the ACCC about to begin an inquiry into the company’s internet prices.
Indie schools may be the best of the West
Independent Public Schools report a greater sense of empowerment, energy and motivation in their school communities, a university evaluation has found.
Funding boost brings more rural GPs
Medical professionals in regional areas of South Australia have been given a significant funding boost with the announcement of a $19.5 million contract signed between Country Health SA and the Rural Doctors Workforce Agency.
Peace deal reached in warring remote community
A remote Australian community has brokered peace in a feud that has lasted nearly three years.
Students caught up in river management fun
One Local Government Council is keeping its waterways clean and educating young residents at the same time.
Australia's new World Trade Ambassador signs on
Australia will be represented by a new Ambassador to the World Trade Organisation, the new posting has been announced by Foreign Minister Bob Carr and former Minister for Trade and Competitiveness Craig Emerson.
State pipeline plan referred to Federal Commission
An environmental group is seeking Federal support to try to overturn a State pipeline decision on the Macquarie River.
NSW rolls out red carpet rates for cruise ships
The New South Wales Government is looking to draw in some extra tourist dollars, with discounted rates at one of its Ports.
Vic Premier wants to keep Gonski talks going
The Victorian Premier is wondering what will happen to Gonski reforms in his state, following last night's political upheaval.
Gillard supporters stay faithful, vacant seats quickly filled
With former Prime Minister Julia Gillard swiftly removed and Kevin Rudd now leading the Labor party, several Federal cabinet members have sworn to fall on their swords and follow Ms Gillard out of the political arena.
Rudd back on top after Labor leadership spill
Speculation abounds after a dramatic night in Federal politics. A leadership spill in the Labor party has ousted Julia Gillard and installed Kevin Rudd as party leader.
Freight plan to keep QLD trucking along
The Queensland Government is seeking to amplify its transport industry, with the release of its new Moving Freight strategy paper.
WA Minister says 'food bowl' plan will cost billions
Western Australia’s Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls believes the cost of Tony Abbot’s proposed ‘food bowl’ plan will run into the billions.
Gonski gets the go-ahead
The Federal Government’s legislation to overhaul the nation’s education system has passed the Senate.
Country singer signs up for NT Senate
Warren H. Williams, a prolific Australian country music artist, has announced he will run for a Senate seat in the federal election.
QLD Council slashes jobs, increases rates
One Queensland council is seeking to trim the fat from its own services, axing more than 100 jobs to save $10 million.
Regional Development Fund Round 5 applications open
$150 million will be given out to eligible local governments in Round Five of the Regional Development Australia Fund.