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Upper Hunter Shire councillor Troy Stolz has followed through with his promise to propose a merger with Muswellbrook Shire Council at the next Council meeting. In his Notice of Motion, Cr Stolz calls for a consultative process to explore a potential amalgamation with neighbouring Muswellbrook. He has publicly argued that a merger could tackle his […]
Continue ReadingThe City of Launceston has abandoned its controversial proposal for a four-day work week after intense pressure from business groups and ratepayers, according to reporting from The Mercury, and The Examiner. The council had been negotiating what’s known as a “100-80-100” model – where employees would receive 100 percent of their pay for working 80 […]
Continue ReadingMornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Anthony Marsh has confirmed that he has formally applied for Liberal Party pre-selection, ahead of the upcoming by-election in the state seat of Nepean. The seat has been vacated due to the retirement from politics of Sam Groth, the party’s former deputy leader. Despite having previously ruled out running for parliament, […]
Continue ReadingThe Brisbane Times has reported on leaked documents revealing concerns about the appointment of Louise Rusan as chief executive of Redland City Council. Ms Rusan was voted into the role in early 2025, but the confidential documents show she wasn’t shortlisted by the recruiter hired to fill the position. The recruitment process was already troubled […]
Continue ReadingOn your Wednesday edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The 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 […]
Continue ReadingA South Australian council has lost its fifth CEO in just two years. ABC News reports that Deirdre Albrighton was dismissed from Peterborough District Council on Friday after less than two months in the role. The outgoing CEO claims she was terminated without cause while on sick leave. She alleges she had flagged concerns about […]
Continue ReadingThe City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder has extended Acting CEO Mal Osborne’s contract through to late March, providing continuity while Chief Executive Andrew Brien remains on leave. In a separate development, Mr Brien has confirmed he won’t be seeking a contract extension when his current term expires in March 2027. Council says the early notice allows plenty […]
Continue ReadingIn a dramatic about-face, the UK government has withdrawn its controversial plans to postpone local elections at 30 councils across England, just 11 weeks before polling day on May 7th. The decision follows legal advice and a mounting legal challenge from Reform UK. The government had initially planned to delay elections at councils undergoing major […]
Continue ReadingNathan Daniell has been elected Mayor of Adelaide Hills Council after a supplementary election, defeating Andrew Stratford with 4179 votes to 2758. Daniell, who’s been a councillor since 2014 and served as Acting Mayor since March last year, says he’s honoured by the community’s trust and will focus on protecting the Hills’ character, financial sustainability, […]
Continue ReadingOn the Monday, 16th February edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The 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. […]
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