Collection: Tech Book

This study explores, establishes and analyses the costs and benefits of outsourcing public library services (namely acquisitions, cataloguing and processing) in a variety of contexts relevant to the NSW public library network.

Introducing performance contracting and the process involved, provides practical advice on how to set up a performance contract and what to look for in doing so.

Helps councils with the planning, design and management of open space which has a drainage function. Conatins principles, techniques and suggestions which are portable and within the expertise of councils to implement.

The design guidelines focus on improving the quality of residential buildings over three storeys in height. The objective of these design guidelines is to facilitate Better Urban Living by improving the sitting, quality appearance and use of urban housing

This doucument is an evidence based guide for the development of public library services in Australia.

This doucument is an evidence based guide for the development of public library services in Australia.

Local government are actively involved in managing natural resources, including native vegetation. Councils are highly innivative and provide the basis for understanging the potential of local governments in native vegetation management.