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Golden Plains Shire Council CEO Shane Walden has resigned after less than six months in the job. Mr. Walden, who took up the position in September last year, has announced he’s stepping down to pursue other career opportunities. Mayor Sarah Hayden expressed regret at Mr. Walden’s departure but acknowledged his contributions during his tenure, particularly […]
Continue ReadingThe Victorian government has revised its housing targets, scaling back plans for some Melbourne suburbs while maintaining ambitious growth goals for others. Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny announced that growth corridor areas like Melton and Wyndham will see reduced targets, though they’re still expected to nearly double their housing stock by 2051. The government has warned […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for back catalogue, breaking news updates and priority access to special bonus episodes Here is […]
Continue ReadingThe Shire of Derby/West Kimberley has appointed Tamara Clarkson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Clarkson brings 18 years of local government experience to the role. She’s been serving as Acting CEO and will now take on the position permanently following Council endorsement on Thursday.
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Friday, 21st February 2025: Plus a call for a probe of the conduct of last year’s Victorian local government elections, and more local government news from around Australia and beyond. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen […]
Continue ReadingRedland City Council has this week named Louise Rusan as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms Rusan, who has been serving as acting CEO since September last year, brings nearly 15 years of executive experience within the Council to the role. Mayor Jos Mitchell says Ms Rusan’s appointment will be crucial in developing new corporate […]
Continue ReadingOn the Wednesday, 19th February edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here […]
Continue ReadingThe District Council of Orroroo Carrieton has announced the return of a familiar face to its top job. Stephen Rufus has been appointed as the Council’s new Chief Executive Officer, a position he previously held from 2014 to 2017. Mayor Grant Chapman says Mr. Rufus brings valuable experience to the role, having most recently served […]
Continue ReadingMackay Regional Council CEO Scott Owen has resigned effective immediately after serving in the role since November 2022. The resignation follows speculation about his future, with media reports that he was on leave amid allegations that some councillors were discussing his future in informal, off-site meetings. Executive Officer David McKendry has stepped in as Acting CEO and recruitment will commence […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: and much more local government news from around the country and beyond. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for […]
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