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Gold Coast committee backs new procurement rules and contract manual
The Governance, Administration and Finance Committee recommended the City of Gold Coast adopt a new Procurement Policy and Contract Manual, setting the framework for council purchasing and contract management.
Orange councillors put draft 2026-27 budget on public exhibition
Orange City Council has resolved to publicly exhibit its Operational Plan and Draft Budget 2026-2027 for at least 28 days, opening a formal period for community feedback.
City of Vincent refers Raglan Road resident-only parking petition for report
Council received a 27-signature petition seeking resident-only parking on Raglan Road in North Perth and resolved to prepare a report on the request.
Scenic Rim council refuses animal-keeping application at Donald Court, Tamborine
Scenic Rim Regional Council has refused development application MCU23/090 for animal keeping at 1-9 Donald Court, Tamborine, finding conflicts with the planning scheme and Animal Keeping Code that could not be resolved by conditions.
Bega Valley council withdraws planning proposal item for later report
Councillors pulled a deferred planning proposal from determination on 6 May after issues were identified following publication of the business paper.
Orange City Council approves secondary dwelling at 7 Squatters Ridge, Clifton Grove
Councillors consented to DA 46/2026(1) for a secondary dwelling at the Clifton Grove property, subject to conditions in the notice of approval.
Inner West Council backs 2026 Christmas program across town centres
Council minutes show seasonal decorations will roll out from mid-November 2026, with new key displays planned for Dulwich Hill Station Plaza, Leichhardt Town Hall, Annandale and Alex Trevallion Plaza.
Bega Valley Council defers Wallagoot quarry application for extra report
Councillors postponed a decision on Development Application 2021.360 for a quarry at 1399 Sapphire Coast Drive, Wallagoot, after asking staff to address additional matters raised at the public forum.
Sunshine Coast Council refers Pelican Waters parking petition for action
A petition seeking "No Stopping" yellow edge lines at Vardon Point Apartments on Millennium Court, Pelican Waters, has been received by council and sent to the chief executive officer for appropriate action.
Ballina council approves Bunjum centre upgrade at 10 Hayman Street
Ballina Shire Council has granted development consent for alterations and additions to the Bunjum Aboriginal Child and Family Centre, including access changes and a bus drop-off and pick-up area.
Ipswich councillors review revised media policy after spokesperson law changes
Ipswich City Council discussed a revised Media and Corporate Communications Policy after amendments to the Local Government Act 2009 changed the statutory rules for who can act as a council's official spokesperson.
Hobart council backs tender for new e-bike-only share scheme
City of Hobart has endorsed an open public tender for a new Shared Micromobility Program provider, with the service to operate exclusively as an e-bike program from 1 October 2026.
Shoalhaven to seek Crown land role for Warden Head Lighthouse grounds
Council resolved to apply to manage the grounds around Warden Head Lighthouse at Ulladulla, while also pursuing maintenance funding and possible grant support.
Randwick Council approves local sponsorships, donations and venue fee waiver
Council backed $3,052 for a Randwick TAFE student film event, approved donations to schools and a Rotary club, and waived $2,166.50 in Prince Henry Centre fees for a community menopause event.
Nillumbik notes March financial report, with $20.6 million spent on capital works
Council received and noted its March quarter financial report, which showed rates revenue tracking largely as anticipated, $20.6 million in capital works spending and $2.0 million in loan repayments year-to-date.
Gold Coast rejects Barrier Reef Drive footpath petition, keeps Mermaid Waters project in 10-year program
The City of Gold Coast did not support a petition seeking reconsideration of a proposed footpath on Barrier Reef Drive, saying the Mermaid Waters project remains in the 10-year capital investment program and will be subject to future budget consideration.
Georges River Council sends draft 2026-27 budget and plans to public exhibition
Residents will be able to comment on Georges River Council’s draft budget, fees, delivery program and resourcing strategy for at least 28 days before submissions return to councillors in June.
Cabonne puts draft budget and long-term plans on 28-day public exhibition
Cabonne Council has endorsed public exhibition of its revised Delivery Program, 2026-27 Operational Plan, Budget, Fees and Charges, and 10-year resourcing strategy, with residents able to comment before adoption.
Burwood Council advances LEP changes tied to community infrastructure in high-density areas
Council endorsed a Gateway request for amendments to Burwood LEP 2012 clauses 4.3A and 4.4A, with public exhibition to follow if the state issues a Gateway determination.
Ku-ring-gai backs four community roundtables to run by June 2027
Council has endorsed a new Community Roundtable Initiative covering social harmony, gambling harm, disability inclusion, and mental health and wellbeing.
Inner West to exhibit draft affordable housing policy from May
Inner West Council has approved at least 35 days of public exhibition and consultation on its draft Affordable Housing Policy, with a report due back in August.
Forum backs resident parking permit expansion for part of Hillcrest Avenue in Hurstville
Georges River Council's Local Transport Forum recommended extending Resident Parking Permit Scheme Area 6 to Hillcrest Avenue between King Georges Road and Woniora Road.
Shoalhaven puts draft four-year plan, budget and fees on public exhibition
Shoalhaven City Council has endorsed its draft Delivery Program 2025-29, 2026/27 Operational Plan, budget and fees for 28 days of public exhibition, while also approving a 3.1 per cent general rates increase for 2026/27.
Ipswich backs extra $2.2 million for Riverlink and Bradfield Bridge reconstruction works
Council approved additional contingency funding for reconstruction works adjacent to Riverlink and Bradfield Bridge to help keep the flood-recovery project within Queensland Reconstruction Authority timeframes.
Georges River panel refuses seven-storey co-living proposal in Carlton
The Georges River Local Planning Panel unanimously refused DA2025/0575 for demolition and a seven-storey co-living development at 3-5 Hampton Court Road, Carlton, with the matter also noted as being before the Land and Environment Court.