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Whittlesea City Council has announced that its March meeting will be held online, inviting members of the public to view a livestream of proceedings. The meeting will be the first since Mayor Aidan McLindon was issued with a ban on attending council premises by CEO Craig Lloyd, and a no-confidence motion from the remaining councillors, […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: and much more local government news from across Australia and beyond. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for back […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for back catalogue, breaking news updates and priority access to special bonus episodes […]
Continue ReadingGolden Plains Shire Council has appointed Steven Sagona as its new Interim CEO following Shane Walden’s resignation. Mr. Sagona brings 30 years of local government experience, including previous roles at Golden Plains Shire, and has served in various executive positions across rural Victoria and metro Melbourne, including most recently at Hobsons Bay City Council. In his new […]
Continue ReadingHepburn Shire Council will seek approval for a significant rate increase to shore up its financial position. The council will ask the Essential Services Commission to approve a 10% rate increase next financial year, 7% above the state-mandated cap. Mayor Don Henderson says the average impact would be $2.20 per property per week, generating $1.36 […]
Continue ReadingWhittlesea mayor Aidan McLindon has reportedly been banned from attending council premises and must participate in meetings remotely due to allegations of aggressive behaviour and intimidating conduct towards staff and councillors. The Herald Sun and the Age refer to confidential letters in which Council CEO Craig Lloyd cites concerns about staff safety, intimidation of councillors, […]
Continue ReadingPort Macquarie Hastings Council CEO Dr Clare Allen has announced her resignation, effective March 21st. Dr Allen, who has led the council for four and a half years, will step down ahead of her contract’s conclusion in January 2026. During her tenure, Dr Allen steered the council through several major challenges, including flood recovery and […]
Continue ReadingIn the Wednesday, 12th March edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today, Liz Joldeski from Mainstreet Australia on the link between place making and community safety. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for […]
Continue ReadingYass Valley Council has announced the appointment of experienced administrator Gayleen Burley as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms Burley, who brings extensive experience from roles across northern NSW including Glen Innes-Severn and Port Macquarie-Hastings councils, will take up the position in mid-April on a five-year contract. Mayor Jasmin Jones says the council was particularly […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today, Chris is joined by Alice Jeffcott from Market Creations Agency to talk about how they are helping councils across Western Australia and beyond meet new obligations for live streaming and public registers. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 […]
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