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During October, the Local Government News Roundup presents a series of special programs focussing on current issues of relevance to the local government sector. Regular Roundup news updates will return in early November. Today on the Local Government News Roundup – October Series, we hear from Justine Linley, Director Sustainable Development at Corangamite Shire in […]
Continue ReadingDuring October, the Local Government News Roundup presents a series of special programs focussing on current issues of relevance to the local government sector. Regular Roundup news updates will return in early November. On this episode of the Local Government News Roundup – October Series, the topic is councillor remuneration – and whether the level […]
Continue Reading25th September, Episode 162 In this episode, a councillor’s social media remarks referred to the conduct registrar; a reduction in councillor numbers for Western Australia under new reforms; sensational corruption claims against a NSW Mayor to be investigated; and a NT council in the spotlight over claims of a toxic workplace culture. Just some of […]
Continue ReadingEpisode 161, 21st September 2022In this episode, confirmation of a new railway station for Melbourne’s west; two councils celebrate wins in the Premier’s Sustainability Awards; a Victorian regional affordable housing summit announced; a Northern Territory mayor steps down after being charged with drug-related offences, and a former NSW mayor censured over alleged caretaker period breaches. […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup today, Moreland about to officially become Merri-bek; claims of a flawed business case strongly refuted by Indigo Shire Council; advocacy wins for Victorian councils; a Qld council stripped of its strategic planning role in housing; a string of CEO level announcements; and a SA council set to govern with just three members. […]
Continue ReadingIn the latest episode of the Local Government News Roundup, a new CEO announced at Campaspe Shire; exciting infrastructure announcements from Victorian councils; a bold plan to fast track a council demerger in NSW; objections to a freeway widening plan in Sydney’s northwest; and a former Tasmanian mayor found guilty of misuse of office. You […]
Continue ReadingIn this episode, Councils step up advocacy campaigns on local issues; more councils taking action on the housing crisis; councillors attracting criticism over public comments; South Australian mayors elected unopposed, while some fail to attract any mayoral nominations at all; sector reforms confirmed in WA; a new CEO announced for the City of Swan. Plus […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup, Melbourne to push for a change of date for Australia Day; two more Victorian Councils going to market for a new CEO, and another gets a contract extension; a merger of two South Australian councils to be put to a plebiscite; the cost of councillor complaints revealed at […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup:A landmark collaboration announced between Barwon Water and four councils; the City of Melbourne may push for a change of date for Australia Day; another council to exit aged care services; local government represented at the federal jobs and skills summits; and senior executive appointment and resignation news in […]
Continue ReadingCity of Parramatta CEO Brett Newman has announced he is leaving at the end of the month to take up a role in the private sector. Mr Newman has held the role for three years. An interim CEO is expected to be announced later this month. More here
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