Today on the Roundup, a council’s Code of Conduct review draws widespread media attention; Greater Geelong hails victory over the withdrawal of a VCAT appeal; a new world class performing arts centre opens in regional Victoria; the LGNSW Special Conference wraps up; and a prestigious honour for a QLD Mayor.
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Links to today’s stories:
Yarra City Council’s statement on its Councillor Code of Conduct review
Yarra Council moves to censor councillors from speaking publicly without permission | Herald Sun
Win for community as wildlife sanctuary protected – City of Greater Geelong
State Government announcement: Performing Arts Centre opens in Gippsland
Curtain rises for performing arts centre | Latrobe City Council
Council welcomes much-needed road safety funding – Corangamite Shire
Mosquitos on the increase Campaspe Shire Council
Japanese encephalitis virus detected in Victoria | health.vic.gov.au
City of Ballarat trials a nappy and reusable period items rebate
Mitchell Shire launches federal election priorities
Major graffiti blitz to make Melbourne sparkle
Horsham ‘primed’ for new industry investment
Wetlands rejuvenation thanks to $5 million State Government investment – Frankston City Council
Registrations: VLGA Fast Track Councillor Development Day, 18th March
LGNSW President’s Message 4 March
Local councils say no to shark nets in historic unanimous resolution – Australian Marine Conservation Society
Town Of Cambridge WA appoints new CEO; Former CEO departs and a councillor resigns
2021 McKinnon Prize Winners
Goondiwindi Region is first regional place in Australia to deliver rural medications by drone – Goondiwindi Regional Council
New President for WALGA; Shire of Morawa Deputy Shire President congratulates Cr Chappel
English councils seek exit from Russian energy firm Gazprom deals – BBC News
Oxford zero emissions zone launched in city centre – BBC News
New Pasco Co. ordinance will fine drivers in effort to stop panhandling