NSW: New Narrabri GM announced

Narrabri Shire Council has appointed Eloise Chaplain as its new General Manager following her successful tenure as Interim General Manager since August 2024 and previous role as Director Infrastructure Delivery. Ms Chaplain brings a strong background in engineering and finance, with over eight years in the mining sector and academic qualifications from the University of Queensland and University […]

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WA: Coolgardie CEO resigns

James Trail, CEO of the Shire of Coolgardie, has submitted his resignation, which was formally acknowledged at a Special Council Meeting on April 22. Aaron Cook will continue as Acting CEO while the Council considers its position. Shire President Malcolm Cullen said the outcome is a turning point and an opportunity to focus on the Shire’s recovery plan. […]

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VIC: Colac Otway Monitor Report Released

Local Government Minister Nick Staikos has received the final monitor’s report on Colac Otway Shire Council. Municipal monitor Christine Ferguson, who served from July 2024 to January 2025, has delivered a comprehensive assessment of the council’s operations. The report outlines several recommendations aimed at enhancing the council’s governance practices. Notably, the monitor expressed optimism about the new […]

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VIC: Suspension and Inquiry for Whittlesea

A Commission of Inquiry will be held into “serious issues of governance and health and safety concerns” at Whittlesea City Council. Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos announced the inquiry on Wednesday along with the immediate suspension of Mayor Aidan McLindon for a six month period. The inquiry will examine matters affecting good governance at […]

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NSW: Breton appointed Liverpool CEO

Jason Breton, who grew up in Liverpool’s tough neighborhoods and rose through the ranks of NSW Police to Detective Chief Inspector before transitioning to the private sector, has been appointed as Liverpool City Council‘s CEO following a unanimous council vote. His appointment follows a successful 12-month tenure as Acting CEO and comes with a vision […]

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