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Former Inverell Mayor recognised for long-standing contribution to local government

blankby Kate BrownNovember 27, 2025November 28, 2025

Former Inverell Shire Mayor Paul Harmon has been recognised for his long-standing contribution to local government at the Local Government NSW annual conference.

Posted inLocal politics, Money, NSW Politics

Country mayors demand action as cost shifting hits $1.5 billion

blankby RK CrosbyJuly 14, 2025July 16, 2025

Country mayors across New South Wales have renewed calls for urgent reform after a new report revealed councils are absorbing $1.5 billion a year in costs offloaded by State and Federal governments

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