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Albury City Council has appointed Steve McGrath as interim CEO for up to 12 months while searching for a permanent replacement for Frank Zaknich. Mr McGrath has over 30 years of local government experience, including as CEO of Cootamundra-Gundagai and Coffs Harbour councils. Mayor Kevin Mack said the appointment will provide renewed focus as Council […]
Continue ReadingCentral Darling Shire Council has appointed John Sevil as its new General Manager. Mr Sevil brings over 30 years of senior executive experience in finance, governance, and strategic planning. He holds an MBA and has previously worked at Narromine Shire Council and Norfolk Island Regional Council. The new General Manager will commence duties on March […]
Continue ReadingUpdate: A decision on the flying of the Palestinian Flag at the Preston City Hall has again been deferred by Darebin City Council. At a special meeting this afternoon, the Council determined to receive a briefing on the outcomes of a recently conducted three week community consultation process. The Council will then determine the issue […]
Continue ReadingThe City of Newcastle‘s Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge has resigned immediately, citing health reasons as he battles side-effects from recent cancer treatment. The resignation triggers a by-election for a new Lord Mayor, expected in mid-April. Deputy Lord Mayor Charlotte McCabe will assume the role until then. Mr Kerridge had returned early from treatment to resume […]
Continue ReadingThe Town of Port Hedland has appointed Dale Stewart as its permanent Chief Executive Officer after more than a year without one. Mr Stewart brings over 40 years of local government experience and has previously led four councils as CEO. The appointment is seen as crucial for stabilising the organisation and rebuilding confidence in the […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus much more local government news from Australia and beyond. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to the episode here. Read along […]
Continue ReadingOn the Friday edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to the episode here. Read along with all the news, and find story links from […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: The General Manager of Upper Hunter Shire Council, Greg McDonald sets the record straight after misleading media reporting of the council’s financial position. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. Follow the Local Government News Roundup newsfeeds on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:iceigfwtgnrhmjzhw4xk47ba/lists/3m6uxv6nxko2q The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from […]
Continue ReadingLiverpool Deputy Mayor resignsKalgoorlie-Boulder appoints acting CEOReport: Upper Hunter Council considering service and job cutsMelbourne Lord Mayor proposing new vandalism policy Liverpool Council‘s Deputy Mayor, Councillor Dr Betty Green, has resigned from her position mid-term due to health reasons. She plans to pursue academic research on women’s experiences in local government while reflecting on her […]
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