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Bill debated, disgusting graffiti condemned, and a new rate cap announced – #633

The Victorian Parliament debates new changes to the Local Government Act
Ararat Council names its next chief executive
A bullying case against Liverpool’s mayor discontinued
Bega Valley Shire condemns “disgusting” graffiti on a heritage bridge
New bans covering the use of AI smart glasses at Brisbane Council’s 21 pools
A Tasmanian councillor threatens legal action… against another Tasmanian council

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Phuong Au appointed CEO of Ararat Rural City

Date: 25th August 2026 Ararat Rural City Council’s new chief executive officer has been revealed. Phuong Au was announced at tonight’s Council meeting as the successful candidate to succeed Dr Tim Harrison, who is stepping down from the role after eight years. He announced his departure in June. Ms Au has been the council’s deputy […]

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25/08/26

Minister sued, questionable email, and “regulated into paralysis” – #632

A former mayor sues a former local government minister · A suspension and an apology ordered for two Kingston City councillors · An outgoing Wyndham councillor takes a parting shot at the sector · A rescission motion looms at Shoalhaven Council · A tight race in the Kiama Coun...

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24/08/26

Misfeasance Lawsuit Brought Against Minister Nick Staikos

Date: 21st August 2026 A major legal showdown is looming, as former Whittlesea mayor Aidan McLindon launches a massive $3.5 million personal lawsuit against Housing Minister Nick Staikos. The Herald Sun reports that legal documents were served directly to Staikos’s home this morning, accusing the former Local Government Minister of misfeasance in public office following […]

News CouncillorsVictoria

21/08/26

Wyndham councillor Josh Gilligan to depart council

Date: 21st August 2026 Wyndham City councillor Josh Gilligan has announced he intends to conclude his time on council when the term of the state-appointed municipal monitors finishes at the end of January 2027. Cr Gilligan, who represents Wimba Ward, said he would remain until then “to ensure their work can be seen through properly.” […]

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21/08/26

“It’s Not Pretty” – Mitcham’s Mayor on Election Delay Implications

Date: 21st August 2026 South Australian local government is navigating a rare double disruption: a five-month deferral of council elections, and a wave of senior staff departures that has some in the sector pointing the finger at a new CEO remuneration framework. Chris Eddy, host of VLGA Connect, sat down with Dr Heather Holmes-Ross, Mayor […]

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21/08/26