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Parramatta Council has revised its funding to the Eels rugby club to $1.1m over three years, down from the original $2.4m, following public backlash over the use of ratepayers’ funds. The three-year strategic partnership was agreed in a confidential session in December, but was followed by a motion to rescind lodged by Cr Kellie Darley […]
Continue ReadingUpdated: 6.30am 30/1/24 Municipal monitors are being appointed to work with the Moonee Valley City Council to improve its understanding of its role, performance, and service to its community. The decision was detailed by the Minister for Local Government, Melissa Horne, today, with Philip Carruthers appointed to start today and second monitor to be announced […]
Continue ReadingParramatta City Council will hold an extraordinary meeting tonight to consider a rescission motion regarding its sponsorship deal with rugby league club, the Parramatta Eels. The three-year strategic partnership was agreed in December, but was followed by a motion to rescind lodged by Cr Kellie Darley who told the Sydney Morning Herald the deal was […]
Continue ReadingExperienced local government CEO Peter Brown is expected to be appointed as Acting CEO of Moyne Shire Council tomorrow, following the resignation last week of Brett Davis. A report to the Council meeting scheduled for 30th January at 2.00 pm recommends the appointment of Mr Brown for three months from the 19th February until the […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup for 29th January 2024, A councillor’s suspension put on hold by VCAT;State Government claims of housing supply progress challenged by a Melbourne mayor;Local government identities recognised with Australia Day honours;NSW Councils seek rate variations to deal with financial challenges;A mayor to run for parliament, while an MP quits to run for Council;A UK […]
Continue ReadingWyndham Councillor Jasmine Hill has reportedly resumed councillor duties pending an appeal against her suspension by a Councillor Conduct Panel. Wyndham TV reports that VCAT deemed it prejudicial for the suspension to continue before the appeal could be heard, which the Roundup understands will occur in May. Last year, a panel determined that Cr Hill […]
Continue ReadingTownsville City Council has ceased all normal operations across its services, facilities and venues on Thursday and Friday of this week due to the expected impacts of Tropical Cyclone Kirrily. The decision, based on advice from the Bureau of Meteorology, will impact scheduled bin collections and residents have been urged to secure their bins so […]
Continue Reading*Updated 5.00pm Moyne Shire CEO Brett Davis has resigned to take up a role with the state government, which has now been confirmed to be the Victorian Cross Border Commissioner. He assumes the position next month, taking over from Luke Wilson who was in the role for five years. Mayor Cr Ian Smith said he […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup,First Nations events cancelled in Greater Geelong this Australia Day;A Council CEO takes leave after a tragic personal loss;Council parking costs and fines in the media spotlight;A Sydney council demanding answers from its mayor and CEO;Queensland councils on alert for yet another wild weather event;Water supply slowing returning in […]
Continue ReadingGreater Dandenong City Council CEO Jacqui Weatherill has taken leave after the tragic passing of her husband, Simon Weatherill. Mr Weatherill, a former CEO of the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, died while competing in the Portsea Swim Classic last Saturday. Mayor Cr Lana Formoso said the council was shocked by the sad news, and […]
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