In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup, Geelong tackles tree vandalism; a unique energy project under way in Bendigo; more covid safe voting options for New South Wales elections; the sector’s workplace culture under the spotlight in Tasmania; the English councils preparing to share a senior management team; and lots more from around the world of local government.
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City of Melbourne research on CBD economy
Greater Geelong tackles tree vandalism
A new export business incubator for the Ballarat/Goldfields region
Ballarat consults on fireworks vs sound and light shows
Energy mapping project for Greater Bendigo
NSW covid-safe election voting options
Qld invests in waste and recycling infrastructure
Perth backs down on pool commitment
Blacktown lights up parks for COVID safe exercise
Bland Shire launches two new attractions during NAIDOC Week
Tasmania’s Councillors seek a culture review
Richmond’s Pooseum wins signage battle
Confederate statues removed in Virginia
Florida local governments reviewing building reinspection regimes
Surrey counties to merge senior management team