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Georges River Council in NSW has announced the appointment of David Tuxford as its new General Manager.

David Tuxford, new GM of Georges River Council

Mr Tuxford has been acting General Manager since May last year, after the resignation of Gail Connolly from the position.

He was previously general manager at Kyogle Council. His appointment is for a five year term. More here.

Derwent Valley Council and its general manager Dean Griggs have parted ways, after a three hour confidential council session on Thursday night.

Mayor Michelle Dracoulis confirmed the news to the Hobart Mercury, and said Mr Griggs would not be returning to work.

The former senior manager at Melbourne and Darebin councils, commenced in the position at Derwent Valley in May 2020.

Prior to his arrival, the council reportedly had seven acting GMs in a nine month period.

Executive manager for infrastructure Ron Sanderson will be acting general manager for the time being.

Another Tasmanian council will have a change of general manager, with news last week of the resignation of Rolph Vos at West Tamar Council.

Mr Vos has been GM for 7 years, and has spent a total of 27 years at the council.

He remains in the role through a transition period, expected to take around three months. Source: West Tamar Council