Council Briefs: Inquiry cost; Misconduct; NCAT ruling; Eureka Flag stable

Per 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 […]

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VIC: Mary Agostino appointed Mitchell CEO

Mitchell 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 […]

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VIC: New Benalla CEO to start 1st May

Benalla 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 […]

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SA: Adelaide councillors removed from office

Per 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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NSW: Expert to review Leeton Shire finances

Leeton Shire Council has engaged Professor Joseph Drew from the University of Newcastle to conduct an independent and comprehensive review of its financial position, with his visit scheduled for April 14-17. If the review indicates financial viability concerns, a second stage would involve community consultation and potentially an application for a special rate variation through IPART. Professor Drew, […]

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NSW: MidCoast Councillor retires due to ill health

MidCoast Council Councillor Dheera Smith has announced her retirement due to serious health concerns. Councillor Smith, who was re-elected just seven months ago, has been recognized as a passionate advocate for environmental and social issues during her tenure since 2021. Mayor Claire Pontin praised Councillor Smith’s service, highlighting her “unwavering dedication, passion, and integrity” in […]

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VIC: Cardinia CEO stepping down

A significant leadership change is coming for one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing councils. Carol Jeffs, the CEO of Cardinia Shire Council, has announced her resignation after nearly seven years at the helm. Ms. Jeffs will step down from her position on June 4th to take up a new role as CEO of Uniting Vic Tas, one of the […]

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