West Arnhem Regional Council has appointed Katharine Clare Murray as its new CEO, bringing her extensive experience in Indigenous leadership to the role starting April 28, 2025.
Ms Murray aims to focus on community-led outcomes, economic sustainability, and building strong partnerships while replacing Andrew Walsh, whose tenure strengthened community connections. Per NT News
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A dispute over the 2022 Adelaide City Council election results continues, with Councillor Jing Li’s lawyer attempting to reopen the case despite previous findings of “illegal practices” affecting the outcome.
The case centres around a 24-vote victory margin in the Central Ward election, with former councillor Alexander Hyde challenging the result and Judge Burnett set to make a final decision next week. Per ABC News
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The NSW Audit Office’s 2024 Local Government report has revealed mixed financial performance across councils, with 88% meeting statutory reporting deadlines but 40% failing to break even and 35 councils meeting minimal financial sustainability benchmarks.
While most councils received unqualified audit opinions, concerns persist around cyber security controls and financial sustainability, leading to recommendations for reduced reporting burden and improved financial processes.