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Data reinforces councils' call for gambling reforms
Recent data released by the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation reinforces councils’ calls for greater protection of communities where people can least affordGambling; Media releases; News -
Twitter lights up with #YourRatesAtWork showcasing diverse council services
Local councils, their residents and local government stakeholders are lighting up Twitter today to showcase the important and diverse work of local government across AustraliaMedia releases; News -
Statewide library management system
The MAV with the support of Local Government Victoria (LGV) has commenced planning, development, consultation and delivery of a statewide Library Management System (LMS).Libraries; News -
National Local Government Twitter day
On 1 August, councils across the country will join forces on social media to promote local government through National Local Government Twitter Day.Governance; News -
Safety around school reviews
Transport for Victoria is currently undertaking a review of School Student Movement and Safety.Children and families; News; Public health -
Poker machine licence extension
The State Government has announced the entitlement term for licences for poker machines to be extended to 2045.Gambling; News -
A century of providing children with the best start in life
Maternal and Child Health nurses from across Victoria will come together to celebrate 100 years of the iconic service at an event in Collingwood tomorrow.Children and families; Early years; Maternal and child health; Media releases; News -
Property valuations
Following strong feedback from the MAV and councils, the Upper House of Parliament has supported the State Government’s amendments to remove Part 9 (Amendment ofFinance; News; Planning and building -
VAGO follow-up report
The Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO) has released a follow-up report to its 2015 performance report Effectiveness of Support for Local Government, which concludes thatGovernance; News -
Local government - letter to the editor
Submitted to the Letters Editor, Herald SunNews; Publications