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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: and much more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]
Continue ReadingVCAT has ruled that Knox City Council‘s Baird Ward election remains valid despite fraudulent votes. This follows a separate decision last month that voided the Whittlesea City Council Lalor Ward election results. The Victorian Electoral Commission said its safeguards had successfully detected multiple ballot paper returns in these elections, demonstrating the effectiveness of its integrity […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Chris is joined today by Narrabri Shire Mayor Darrell Tiemens to talk about the push to get a major retailer back in the town, and much more. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – […]
Continue ReadingHere’s a look at some of the latest senior executive news from Councils around the country. VIC: Colac Otway Shire Council has extended the tenure of its Acting CEO, Andrew Tenni, announcing that he will continue as Interim CEO until the appointment of a permanent CEO. Mr Tenni has been in the Acting CEO position […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: and much more local government news from around Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: and Chris is joined by newly appointed Central Goldfields CEO Peter Harriott for a catch up about his new role. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this […]
Continue ReadingLocal Government Minister Nick Staikos has appointed a municipal monitor to Hobsons Bay City Council. John Tanner AM, a former chair of administrators at Moira Shire Council and a previous administrator at Brimbank Council, has been tasked with supporting good governance processes and practices at the council. His appointment commences 2nd June and will run […]
Continue ReadingFormer Greater Shepparton Council CEO Peter Harriott has been appointed by Central Goldfields Shire Council as its new permanent chief executive. Mr Harriott is a 30 year veteran of local government, including eight years at Greater Shepparton, and three years as CEO of Wattle Range Council in South Australia. Last year he served as Municipal […]
Continue ReadingThere are reports today from two states on pending councillor resignations. In New South Wales, Georges River Councillor Ash Ambihaipahar will resign her position on the Council after being confirmed as the new ALP Member for Barton after the recent federal election. Ms Ambihaipahar has been a councillor since 2022, and chairs the council’s Assets […]
Continue ReadingThe Shire of Ashburton has appointed Keith Woodward, a veteran local government professional with nearly 40 years of experience and a Public Service Medal recipient, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Woodward brings significant experience from previous roles, including five years as CEO of the Shire of Three Springs and senior positions at the […]
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