Vic council election nominations open: Nominations have opened for October elections at 78 of Victoria’s 79 councils. Prospective candidates have until 12 noon on Tuesday 17th September to nominate, with ballot draws to be revealed on Wednesday 18th September. Victorian Electoral Commission
Redland CEO resigns: Redland City Council CEO Andrew Chesterman has resigned after seven and a half years, effective at the end of this week. Louise Rusan has been appointed as acting CEO during a recruitment process. Reports have emerged that the early departure is due to professional differences with Mayor Jos Mitchell. Redland City Council; Courier Mail$
Liverpool war of words continues: Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun has labelled Local Government Minister Ron Hoenig a “hypocrite” and called for his resignation. He made the call while speaking to the Daily Telegraph, after the release of a report alleging widespread dysfunction at the council, which will be investigated through a public inquiry. The Daily Telegraph
Council labour shortage worsens: Victorian councils have the highest skills shortages in the country, with an increasing demand for planners, engineers and building surveyors. MAV President David Clark says poaching between councils is part of the problem. ABC News
Tasmania hydro rates argument: The head of Hydro Tasmania has slammed comments by West Coast Mayor Shane Pitt as “incorrect and deliberately misleading.” It follows Mayor Pitt’s claim that Hydro was not paying royalties due to a rates exemption. Hydro Tasmania says it pays millions of dollars in rates equivalent to the State Government. The Mercury$
9th September 2024