Local Government News Roundup

On the Roundup today:Controversial new governance rules passed in Yarra City; excitement over a potential new train station in Melbourne’s west; bin service changes at some Melbourne councils in the news; a NSW council’s financial troubles in the spotlight; and Devonport doubles down on a proposed council amalgamation. And why are all of Victoria’s councils […]

Here are some of the stories making local government news today: 23rd August The City of Melbourne is reportedly considering a plan to expand the number of smoke-free zones in the city. A report in today’s Age says that the current number of 13 outdoor areas with smoking bans could be expanded to include entry […]

Here are some of the stories making local government news today: 22nd August Moonee Valley City Council’s ‘Western Gateway Station’ campaign appears about to bear fruit, with reports over the weekend that the government will include an additional train station at Keilor East as part of the Melbourne Airport Rail Link project. The council has […]

On the Local Government News Roundup today: A series of conduct complaints against a former Frankston mayor have been dismissed; Port Phillip decides against selling three early years centres; a coastal bid for the Commonwealth Games marathon; a move to get the conversation going again on constitutional recognition for local government; and much more from […]

Here are some of the stories making local government news today: 19th August Port Phillip City Council has decided against selling three community-run early years education and care centres, subject to the finalisation of funding arrangements with the State Government. The council acknowledged the significant community interest in the future of the centres, and will […]

Here are some of the stories making local government news today: 18th August. The Federal Leader of the Nationals is calling for reforms to the Federation system in the wake of the pandemic experience. David Littleproud says constitutional recognition of local government is key to removing duplication and more efficient service delivery, and he has […]

Today on the Local Government News RoundupA new mayor elected at Northern Grampians after the passing of the former mayor;The new ED of Local Government Victoria announced;Councils campaign for the state to take over funding of school crossing supervisors;A notorious Tasmanian councillor suspended for three months;Election results from NSW, and a mayoral election still too […]

Here are some of the stories making local government news today: 16th August Northern Grampians Shire Council has elected Cr Murray Emerson to serve out the current mayoral term following the passing of late mayor Cr Tony Driscoll earlier this month. Cr Emerson has previously served four terms as mayor and he will hold the […]

Here are some of the stories making local government news today: 15th August. Whitsunday Regional Council’s mayoral election is too close to call, according to the Courier Mail, which says Cr Mike Brunker is in the lead with two others in contention. 66.6 percent of the vote has been counted, and observers expect the result […]

In episode 150 of the Local Government News Roundup:Councils react after the Suburban Rail Loop East gets the green light from the government;The impact of councils exiting aged care services in the news;Victorian councils join the push for non-resident owners to help with the housing crisis;The councillor suing her own council;It was the week when […]