The Tasmanian Electoral Commission has announced a by-election to be conducted by postal ballot to fill a vacancy on the King Island Council.
This follows the absence of Councillor Sarina Laidler from 3 consecutive council meetings.
As Councillor Laidler was one of 8 candidates elected unopposed in October 2022, a recount of ballot papers to fill the vacancy is not possible.
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The Flinders Ranges Council has appointed Sean Holden as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Mr. Holden, currently the CEO of the Northern Territory Local Government Association, will assume his new role in mid-February 2024.
He brings a wealth of experience in local government, particularly in the areas of governance and legislation.
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The $66M Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane has been completed and is set to open to the public on February 19.
The facility was handed over to the City of Greater Geelong just before Christmas and opening preparations are well underway, including the recruitment, induction, and training of approximately 250 employees, installation of health club and other equipment, and securing providers for the on-site café and health consulting suites.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on February 9 with state and federal government funding partners, which each contributed around $8M to the project.