Beach security, bulldozing defence, and a distressing mistake – #527

In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to the episode here. Read along with all the news from this episode below: […]

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Newsfeed – Tuesday, 9/12/25

Geelong waterfront transformation plan vote dueGriffith Council to debate new dress codeSurf Coast seeks aquatic centre operatorCrackdown on authorised Bronte Beach party Greater Geelong councillors will vote tonight on a sweeping waterfront transformation plan featuring 32 projects across five precincts, according to the Geelong Advertiser. Key proposals include converting the northern end of Yarra Street into a […]

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Levy backdown, mayor resigns, and a raffle debate – #526

Today on the Local Government News Roundup: The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to the episode here. Read along with all the news from this episode below: Victorian Report […]

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Newsfeed – Friday, 5/12/25

ESVF freeze decision welcomedFirst test for Townsville’s new mayor at special council meeting todaySA Regional CEOs invited to nominate for advisory boardWA panel of local government monitors – applications openToowoomba closes gallery due to storm damageNew councillor for Benalla Rural City CouncilSpecial rate variation proposed for Muswellbrook mining landMoreton Bay Anzac memorial centenary celebrations this […]

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Rate cap breach, intervention and a tragic loss – ft.Anne-Marie Cade #524

In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today: Conflict resolution expert and former mayor Anne-Marie Cade has been watching councils elect their mayors, and has advice for navigating what can be a challenging period for some. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national […]

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Newsfeed – Tuesday, 2/12/25

A second Victorian Council in breach of the rate capNew Yarra Ranges advocacy platform releasedNew guidelines for renewable energy projects: MurrindindiUK Council CEO suspendedMurrundindi survey shows concern for proposed health mergerQLD Govt appoints adviser to Redland Council VIC: Alpine Shire Council has confirmed the breach, blaming it on a system error that led to rates being […]

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