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Topic: Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government X

2015

Rural Councils Sustainability Project: Stage One Final Report

Financial Management Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

This discussion paper explores the issues that impact the financial and operational sustainability of rural councils. The paper synthesises existing empirical work as a basis for developing shared agreement on: (a) a detailed portrait of the 38 rural Victorian councils, demographically, spatially and financially; and (b) key areas for building strategic capacity and more effective local government. Read more »

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Published: 19/03/2015

2014

Integrated Long-Term Planning: An Information and Resource Manual for Rural-Remote and Indigenous Councils

Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

This manual provides practical guidance on integrated long-term planning (ILTP), particularly in the context of rural-remote and Indigenous Australian councils. The report includes case studies, templates for ILTP documentation, planning requirements for states and the Northern Territory, and an inventory of ILTP resources. Read more »

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Published: 24/10/2014 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Attraction and Retention of CEOs and Senior Staff in Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Governments - Volume 1: Research Report

Leadership Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

This research report identifies how rural-remote and Indigenous councils can improve their ability to attract and retain CEOs and senior staff to their councils. Read more »

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Published: 14/07/2014 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Attraction and Retention of CEOs and Senior Staff in Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Governments - Volume 2: How to Guide

Leadership Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

This guide, prepared for mayors and councillors, provides tools for improving recruitment practices, increasing retention rates and better managing performance planning for CEOs and senior staff at rural-remote and Indigenous councils. Read more »

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Published: 14/07/2014 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Rural-Remote and Indigenous Community Engagement Resource Index

Community Engagement Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

An index of community engagement toolkits, guides, manuals, templates and training courses assessed for their suitability for rural-remote and Indigenous councils.

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Published: 07/01/2014

2012

National Local Government Indigenous Employment Position Paper - Closing the Gap Through Place-based Employment

Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government Workforce Development

This paper aims to encourage and facilitate increased Indigenous workforce participation in local government, and is a response to considerable workforce challenges that lie ahead for the sector. Read more »

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Published: 13/12/2012 Program: Local Government Practice Unit

Community Engagement in Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government in Australia

Community Engagement Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

This report considers whether rural-remote and Indigenous local governments in Australia have developed robust community engagement processes. Read more »

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Published: 10/10/2012 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government Program: Capacity Building Survey

Leadership Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

Results from a survey about capacity building in rural-remote and Indigenous councils.

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Published: 28/05/2012 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Local Government Service Delivery to Remote Indigenous Communities

Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government Service Delivery

This report presents the findings of the first phase of an investigation into models for the funding and delivery of local government services in remote Indigenous communities in Australia.

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Published: 22/05/2012 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Scoping Study: Impact of Fly-In Fly-Out/ Drive-In Drive-Out Work Practices on Local Government

Economic Development Managing Demographic Change Regional Development Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

This research identifies potential gaps in the literature, provides a greater understanding of the impacts of Fly-In Fly-Out/ Drive-In Drive-Out work practices within the local government context, and suggests areas to focus upon for future research.

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Published: 09/05/2012 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

Role and Expectations of Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

Community Engagement Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government Service Delivery

This report includes: A profile of rural-remote and Indigenous councils, highlighting factors that impact on local capacity; a review of background information to identify federal, state and community expectations and issues from discussions with stakeholders; and identification of further actions and research.

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Published: 14/02/2012 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government

2011

A Capacity Building Strategy for Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

Rural-Remote and Indigenous Local Government

The strategy aims to identify key steps to build the capacity of small-remote and Indigenous councils across Australia - and especially in northern Australia - to deliver local government services to their communities.

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Published: 28/02/2011 Program: Rural-remote and Indigenous Local Government