Tess Macallan

Water is undoubtedly Australia’s most precious and scarce resource. As one of the most arid continents, Australian water utilities must continue to Water is undoubtedly Australia’s most precious and scarce resource. As one of the most arid continents, Australian water utilities must continue to discover innovative customer facing solutions to save water, deliver on water efficiency and detect network and customer leaks early.

Preventing leakage within water and wastewater treatment plants has always been a challenge. Today's industrial landscape is complex, with multiple issues converging to create logistical maintenance complications.

Smart cities, IoT, connected devices. We’re fast-tracking towards a world where every element of our lives is controlled to some degree by technology.

What is a heat exchanger? The term “heat exchangers” means little to many people unless you are in the business of HVAC, process heating or cooling, or Maintaining the operating temperatures of office environments or industrial fluids is vital to comfort and manufacturing alike.

Environmentally friendly, affordable and convenient, it’s no wonder that e-scooters and e-bikes have taken off in cities around the world. Sunshine Coast Council is the latest adopter, partnering with e-scooter operator, Neuron Mobility, to safely trial the trendy transportation throughout the city – aiming to improve mobility and reduce road congestion.

As Australia progresses towards its net-zero targets, governments must contend with the issue of waste piling up in landfills and polluting the air with greenhouse gases. Employing circular waste management solutions, such as Energy from Waste (EfW) programs, can drastically reduce emissions and conserve natural resources – all the while generating renewable energy.

Local governments have a responsibility to ensure public facilities and communities are safe for people living with dementia. Here Council Magazine unpacks why these initiatives are so important, highlighting the efforts of two Australian Councils in creating dementia-friendly communities.

Australia is currently experiencing a record-level rental crisis, attributable to a period of incredibly low vacancy rates and rising rental prices. Many have pointed the finger at the growing number of short-term rentals as a reason behind the lack of available homes, with some councils taking action to deter or restrict their presence, amongst other initiatives to curb the wider crisis.

The City of Melville has been working with Whadjuk Traditional Owners and Elders, and the community, to develop a plan to revitalise the Goolugatup Lowerlands

As Australia's cities and suburbs continue to expand and change, creating vibrant communities that foster a sense of pride and belonging among residents becomes increasingly important. One way to achieve this is through public art, which not only livens up spaces but invites residents to engage and connect with their surroundings. With a ten-year public art plan underway, Wyndham City Council is aiming to transform the city's identity while providing opportunities for local artists to contribute to the cultural tapestry of the community.