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- 22 Nov 11 Major policy decisions during the local government caretaker period With local government elections set to occur on the last Saturday in March 2012, Councils need to be aware of the provisions and restrictions during the caretaker period in the weeks leading up to the election. Local Government lawyers Troy Webb (Partner), Matt Bradbury (Partner) and Sarah Wheatley (Lawyer) provide some timely advice on managing major policy decisions leading up to, and during the caretaker period.
- 9 Jun 11 Reconstructing Queensland - what is value for money? Local government authorities affected by floods and cyclone are still counting the cost of repair to council property. Construction lawyer Brad McCosker, contract expert David Downie and infrastructure lawyer Tony Roccisano provide some important tips for businesses seeking work reconstructing Queensland.
- 29 Mar 11 Impact of new GST provisions on government agencies On 24 March 2011, a bill was introduced into Parliament proposing changes which will replace the current mechanism for determining GST payable on payments received by Australian government agencies, including local governments - from 1 July 2011, subject to transitional rules.
