Here are some of the stories we’re following at the Roundup for 12th August.
Kingston City Council has responded to the release of the Suburban Rail Loop EES findings, noting wins and losses from its advocacy efforts. While welcoming a commitment to the provision of replacement open space and mitigation measures to reduce impact on residents, it remains disappointed that a train stabling yard will proceed next to homes in Kingston’s green wedge.
The Mayor of Hawkesbury City Council has resigned from the role in the wake of a recent violent home invasion. Cr Patrick Conolly says he needs to focus on helping his family recover from the traumatic event, and to look after his own mental health. A new mayor will be elected on 23rd August, and Cr Conolly will continue to serve as a councillor.
The mayor of King Island has announced she will leave the role this week, after the sale of her property which means she is no longer eligible to hold the position. Cr Julie Arnold is relocating to South Australia and had hope to perform the mayoral duties remotely the remaining 10 weeks of the Council term. Deputy Mayor Vernon Philbey will act as mayor for the interim period.
The 2022 MAV Technology Awards for Excellence were announced last night in Melbourne. Kingston City Council was the big winner, taking out the Customer Experience category and the overall award for its bin evolution project. Other winners were Hume City, Glenelg Shire, Moorabool Shire and the City of Casey. A People’s Choice award went to Banyule City Council.
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