8CCC's Kate Lyons-Dawson caught up with Mparntwe Alice Springs Mayor Asta Hill to discuss the September 2026 Ordinary Town Council meeting on Tuesday. It was a record, over six hour long sitting where much was resolved, most importantly calling on the Australian Government to list buffel grass as a Weed of National Significance, while also seeking a funded partnership with the Australian and Northern Territory governments to support its ongoing management on Council-managed land. An economic summit will also be organised to share ideas and look at how Alice Springs can capitalise on economic opportunities, approving up to $10,000 from the Elected Member Projects budget to support the summit. Expected to take up to 24 months, a comprehensive review of Council's bylaws is set to begin, looking at the local rules that help shape how we live, work and use shared spaces across Alice Springs. A detailed legislative process will be followed before any changes can be adopted and the community will have opportunities to have their say throughout the process. 

Listen back to hear of the positive action the Council has taken on it's environmental footprint, keeping it well on track for 2030 goals, plus Peter Varris, the new CEO's busy first two days.