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Less red tape to deliver

Local government started out in the 19th century, faced with big challenges to address – urbanisation, widespread poverty and limited access to the basic necessities of life.

Local government started out in the 19th century, faced with big challenges to address – urbanisation, widespread poverty and limited access to the basic necessities of life. 

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