CLG Graduate Paper Series

The Centre for Local Government's Graduate Papers present high-quality pieces of research and reflection produced by our students during the course of their studies here at the Centre. The UTS Centre for Local Government is one of the few university centres in Australia, indeed worldwide, that designs and delivers training and education programs tailor-made for local government. It runs postgraduate degree and short courses on a wide range of topics relevant to the needs of the sector.

The objective of the CLG Graduate Papers is to share the valuable information and analysis developed by students with the wider audience of local government practitioners, policy makers and researchers. CLG students have extensive and diverse experience of working for councils across Australia. As a result this series combines a practical, grounded perspective with sound theoretical underpinnings. Councils undertake a wide range of activities and this is reflected in the scope of subjects addressed. As the series develops it is anticipated that the diversity of issues covered will grow, connected by the common challenges which local governments face.

The series is published on an occasional basis and publication is coordinated by CLG's research staff. If you have any questions or comments please contact:

Su Fei Tan
sufei.tan@uts.edu.au
+61 (0) 2 9514 1061

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Boxall, Melissa (2010) Incorporating Social Justice Principles in NSW Local Government Community Strategic Plans, UTS Centre for Local Government Graduate Paper Series This paper assesses the inclusion of the social justice principles of access, equity, participation and rights within the community strategic plans (CSP) and community engagement strategies (CES) of three Councils in NSW. The research also identifies recommendations for councils and a checklist has been prepared to assist in the inclusion of the principles in the preparation of CSP's.
Frost, Steven (2008) The Future Floodplain Risk Manager: A Portrait, UTS Centre for Local Government Graduate Paper Series This paper develops a portrait of the future Floodplain Risk Manager. A literature review explores a number of themes, such as competencies and capabilities, leadership and management, emotional intelligence, intergenerational profiling, succession planning and skill shortages. The paper looks at Fairfield City Council, and develops a competency profile and job description for a young professional engineer with five years' experience.
Gill, Sam (2008 ) Sustainable Fleet Management: Campbelltown City Council, UTS Centre for Local Government Graduate Paper Series This study explores the financial and environmental impact of Council's vehicle fleet. The paper provides with suggestions for Council to optimise the financial and environmental management of Council's fleet and provides a platform for considering a sustainable fleet management system.
Hopwood, Todd (2007) Attracting and Retaining Young Employees in Local Government: The Sutherland Shire Council Perspective, UTS Centre for Local Government Graduate Paper Series Local government is confronted with technological and demographic changes that are slowing growth of the workforce and dramatically changing the way we work. This paper explores reasons for local government's inability to attract sufficient numbers of skilled employees, and considers possible initiatives to reduce the impacts of the problem.
Miller, Annabell (2010) CCTV: Daytime serial or current affiair? UTS Centre for Local Government Graduate Paper Series This paper evaluates the need for CCTV installation within Bathurst Regional Council. A list of recommendations for councils considering CCTV installation is provided as well as an in depth literature review examining many of the benefits and constraints involved in i ns talling this surveillance system.
Moss, Philippa (2011) Planning for an Ageing Population: A case study from Queanbeyan City Council, UTS Centre for Local Government Graduate Paper Series This short paper explores the concepts and frameworks of integrating planning and reporting within Queanbeyan City Council in relation to one of the key planning issues facing Australian communities - an ageing population.