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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more Council news from across Australia and beyond on the Local Government News Roundup, brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our […]
Continue ReadingIn a busy week for CEO level news from Victorian councils, Merri-bek City Council has announced the reappointment of its CEO Cathy Henderson for a new term of five years. Ms Henderson commenced at then-Moreland City Council in December 2019. The new term will take effect in December, effectively extending her time in the position […]
Continue ReadingMark Eversteyn, a seasoned business manager and current director of operations for Americold Logistics, has been appointed as the new CEO of Moyne Shire Council. He will assume the role on July 15, bringing extensive experience from leading successful global companies. Mayor Cr Ian Smith has expressed confidence in Eversteyn’s leadership and business management skills. The […]
Continue ReadingTownsville City Council has appointed experienced local government executive Joe McCabe as its acting CEO, while a recruitment process is conducted to replace Prins Ralston who resigned last month. The Townsville Bulletin reported that the council confirmed the interim CEO appointment at a confidential meeting this morning. Mr McCabe is a local government veteran, having […]
Continue ReadingIn the latest edition of the Local Government News Roundup for 8th May 2024: Plus more Council news from across Australia and beyond on the Local Government News Roundup, brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice; and from Ventia, making […]
Continue ReadingBuloke Shire Council in northwest Victoria is the latest to have a municipal monitor appointed by the state government. Local Government Minister Melissa Horne has announced that former Greater Shepparton chief executive Peter Harriott has commenced an eight-month term that will expire at the end of December. He will advise and support the council on […]
Continue ReadingOn episode #332 of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more Council news from across Australia and beyond on the Local Government News Roundup, brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our […]
Continue ReadingBlacktown City Council has confirmed the passing of its Mayor, Tony Bleasdale OAM, following widespread media reports earlier in the day. Mayor Bleasdale was reported to have died while on a flight home from a study tour in China and South Korea. The 77 year old had been mayor since 2019, re-elected last year, and […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Friday 3rd May: Plus more Council news from across Australia and beyond on the Local Government News Roundup, brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for […]
Continue ReadingKeri Shannon, the former mayor of Town of Cambridge, has been appointed as the new CEO of the City of Nedlands for a five-year term. MsShannon, who has over two decades of experience in various leadership roles, holds degrees in Law, Commerce, Applied Corporate Governance, and Local Government. She has played significant roles in legal […]
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