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A Victorian ALP policy committee has recommended loosening and eventually removing the cap on council rate increases, arguing that councils cannot adequately fund community services under the current system. Local Government Minister Nick Staikos said there are no plans to change the “fair go rates” system, highlighting that the average rate cap of 2.3% since […]
Continue ReadingLocal Government Minister Nick Staikos has received the final monitor’s report on Colac Otway Shire Council. Municipal monitor Christine Ferguson, who served from July 2024 to January 2025, has delivered a comprehensive assessment of the council’s operations. The report outlines several recommendations aimed at enhancing the council’s governance practices. Notably, the monitor expressed optimism about the new […]
Continue ReadingA Commission of Inquiry will be held into “serious issues of governance and health and safety concerns” at Whittlesea City Council. Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos announced the inquiry on Wednesday along with the immediate suspension of Mayor Aidan McLindon for a six month period. The inquiry will examine matters affecting good governance at […]
Continue ReadingStephen Wall leads one of the fastest growing councils in Australia – the City of Wyndham in Victoria. He got his start in local government in remote, sparsely populated areas, and tells Chris Eddy on a new episode of the Roundup’s Well Travelled Executive Series how that prepared him for dealing with the challenges of […]
Continue ReadingJason Breton, who grew up in Liverpool’s tough neighborhoods and rose through the ranks of NSW Police to Detective Chief Inspector before transitioning to the private sector, has been appointed as Liverpool City Council‘s CEO following a unanimous council vote. His appointment follows a successful 12-month tenure as Acting CEO and comes with a vision […]
Continue ReadingPer the Cobram Courier: the cost of a Commission of Inquiry into governance failings at Moira Shire Council that led to the appointment of administrators until 2028 has been revealed. Over $921,894 in inquiry costs were incurred by the council, with a further $760k spent on asbestos remediation. —- Per The Advertiser: Mitcham councillor Darren Kruse has been found by […]
Continue ReadingMitchell Shire Council has announced the appointment of Mary Agostino as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Agostino has been serving as Interim CEO since December 2024. Mayor John Dougall praised Ms. Agostino’s strategic leadership and deep local knowledge, highlighting her commitment to tackling key community issues including rapid growth, road infrastructure, and financial sustainability. With an […]
Continue ReadingBenalla Rural City Council has appointed Peter Keane as its new Chief Executive Officer, following a competitive selection process that drew more than 50 applicants. Mr Keane, a mechanical engineer with an MBA from Deakin University, brings substantial experience from his roles in Queensland and Western Australia. His most recent position was with the Council of Mayors […]
Continue ReadingNorthern Grampians Shire Council is investigating an incident where three dogs (two Rottweilers and a German Shepherd) attacked a family cat in Stawell, with the dogs being seized and taken to the local pound. The Council is calling for witnesses to come forward and emphasises the importance of registering pets, noting that only one of the involved dogs […]
Continue ReadingPer ABC News, Four Adelaide City councillors have been removed from their positions after a judge declared the 2022 Central Ward election result void due to illegal practices. The ruling comes after an investigation into unauthorised collection of ballot papers from apartment buildings. The decision affects all four elected members of the Central Ward, including Jing Li, who […]
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