June 2015

Wednesday, Jun 17th, 2015 Canada Bay Council is the latest victim of the Coalition government’s ham-fisted attempts to force unpopular mergers on local councils, a process which is causing division, distrust and dysfunction across NSW local government. Just one week ago Canada Bay had resolved to stand alone and not merge with adjoining councils despite

In a blow to the NSW Government’s plans to create huge super councils in Sydney  Canada Bay Council has voted unanimously to remain independent. A report by Council staff noted that merging with the six inner west Councils recommended by the NSW Government would cost ratepayers $96m in transition costs and result in a funding