23rd February 2022 (#99)

News

Today on the Local Government News Roundup, the latest Victorian CEO to call time; real estate agents warned over local government election ballot papers; a new social enterprise looking for help from councils; the council trialling public councillor briefing sessions; and an historic handback of land to traditional owners clears a last minute hurdle.

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Links to today’s stories:

Moyne CEO Bill Millard stepping down
Real estate agents warned by Local Government Inspectorate
Council puts spotlight on community needs ahead of Federal Election
Circular Ballarat Champions, contributing to our future generations
Brainwave
Hobart CEO welcomes Antarctica investment
Open councillor briefings trial Kiama Council
Lismore council returning land to traditional owners despite opposition | Indigenous Australians | The Guardian
NSW council elections hang in the balance as court hears iVote failure caused by ‘defect or irregularity’ – ABC News
E-Scooter reforms: speeds slashed, new fines and parking changes – Ministerial Media Statements
Stirling e-scooter trial kicks off
Local Government National Leadership Summit
Local outbreak management cash will still be needed as part of Government’s ‘Living with Covid’ strategy | Local Government Association
New budget sets out rates hike for vacant land in central Christchurch | Stuff.co.nz
Hydrogen fuelled truck to hit the streets of Aberdeen