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Following the announcement yesterday of Mornington Peninsula Shire’s John Baker as the new CEO of Sunshine Coast Council in Queensland comes news today of Brett Luxford’s resignation at Mitchell Shire Council. Mr Luxford has been with the council since August 2020 and was reappointed on a new four year contract last year. He announced today […]
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Continue ReadingA Council CEO is making a move from Victoria to Queensland, with news of the appointment of John Baker as the new chief of Sunshine Coast Council. Mr Baker has been CEO of Mornington Peninsula Shire in Victoria since 2018, and was reappointed on a new four year contract in June 2022. Sunshine Coast Mayor […]
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Continue ReadingComing up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus alarming new statistics from across the globe about the abuse and threats faced by councillors. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode here, and find […]
Continue ReadingTasmania’s Minister for Local Government Nic Street is stepping down from ministerial duties for mental health reasons. ABC News has reported that Mr Street will remain in Parliament as the Member for Franklin. In addition to local government, Mr Street held the Finance, and Sport and Events portfolios. The announcement comes just days after deputy […]
Continue ReadingComing up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus the latest on a potential government intervention at Wellington City Council, and the increasingly bleak financial outlook for UK councils. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to […]
Continue ReadingTamak Vijay, a Belmont councillor and former driving instructor, convicted of indecently assaulting three women during driving tests, has resigned his position despite not being legally required to do so. Earlier today, ABC News reported that while Mayor Robert Rossi was urging him to resign, Cr Vijay had not yet indicated his intentions. The City […]
Continue ReadingKen Gouldthorp, a seasoned local government professional with over 20 years of experience, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Cairns Regional Council. His extensive background includes roles as CEO at various councils in NSW and Queensland, most recently serving as interim CEO at Isaac Regional Council. Mayor Amy Eden said Mr […]
Continue ReadingCouncillor Jess Jennings has resigned from Bathurst Regional Council, effective immediately. Councillor Jennings served on Council for 12 years and most recently served as the Mayor up until September 2024. In a statement posted to his Facebook page, Mr Jennings said he did not have confidence in the current Chamber to protect ratepayers from future financial hardship […]
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