NSW: Council CEO quits

The Goulburn Post has reported that Goulburn Mulwaree Council chief Aaron Johannson has resigned with immediate effect. The resignation has been triggered by an “untenable” relationship with Mayor Nina Dillon,. Mr Johansson resigned by phone on Friday and will serve out four week’s notice while on annual leave. He told the Post that multiple factors […]

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Counting continues, industrial action, and a minister’s investigation, #391

On the Local Government News Roundup for Friday 1st 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 […]

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A tight race unfolds, tree vandals strike, and a dire funding warning, #390

On the Local Government News Roundup for Wednesday 30th October: 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 the […]

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A big CEO move, urgent review, and fiery alcohol debate, #389

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 priority access […]

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Surprise announcements, advocacy wins and an intervention, #387

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 priority access […]

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Signage controversy, housing concerns, and alarming incivility statistics, #386

Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus alarming new statistics from across the globe about the abuse and threats faced by councillors. 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 […]

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