Hume councillors call for attendance rule change: Eight of Hume City Council’s eleven councillors have asked the government to introduce new rules to prevent serial non-attendance in person at council meetings. The Age
Council and newspaper reach agreement: Colac Otway Shire Council and the Colac Herald say they will work to reset a constructive working relationship. It follows a report that generated negative online comment towards Council staff and prompted a ban from the council. Colac Otway Shire Council; ABC News
Councillor asked to resign: Launceston’s Mayor has called on former mayor and current councillor Danny Gibson to resign after the revelation of allegations of inappropriate conduct. ABC News
Major flood cleanup needed: The extent of damage from heavy rainfall and flooding in Derwent Valley Council is still being assessed, and significant cleanup and recovery will be needed according to its mayor. Pulse Tasmania
11th September 2024