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Queensland’s Local Government Minister Ann Leahy has confirmed the suspension of Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson for 12 months on full pay. The suspension comes six months after the Crime and Corruption Commission launched a probe into whether Thompson inflated his military, business, and education credentials during his election campaign. Mr Thompson initially resisted calls to step down […]
Continue ReadingStephen Dunshea, a 40-year veteran of local government, has been appointed as the interim CEO of Snowy Monaro Regional Council following David Hogan’s resignation in October 2024. Mr Dunshea brings extensive experience from leadership roles in various NSW councils, including guiding Shoalhaven City Council through multiple natural disasters and implementing growth strategies. The interim appointment allows the […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Thursday 21st November: Plus more local government news from around Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for 19th November 2024: plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Friday 15th November: Plus more from across Australia and beyond on the nation’s #1 podcast for local government news and interviews. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode […]
Continue ReadingShoalhaven City Council has confirmed the resignation of Robyn Stevens from her role as CEO, which has prompted calls for an investigation into the council. Ms Steven’s resignation follows speculation in recent days that new Mayor Patricia White and some other councillors had been seeking a leadership change. Ms Stevens started in the role in […]
Continue ReadingThe Victorian Electoral Commission has applied to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal for a review of two ward results from the Council elections in Whittlesea and Knox. The VEC detected higher rates of multiple ballot paper envelopes returned appearing to be from the same voters in Whittlesea City Council’s Lalor Ward, and Knox City […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Wednesday 13th November: Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Monday 11th November 2024: Plus more news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode here, and find […]
Continue ReadingComing up today on the Local Government News Roundup: The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson recruitment and business advisory services. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for back catalogue, breaking news updates and […]
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