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In 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 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 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 […]
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 ReadingIn the 5th March, 2025 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 […]
Continue ReadingMornington Peninsula Shire Council has appointed Mark Stoermer as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Stoermer is currently Director of Corporate Services at Brimbank City Council and is a former CEO of Douglas Shire and Nillumbik Shire Councils. Mayor Anthony Marsh welcomed the appointment, describing Stoermer as “a highly respected and experienced leader with strong financial acumen.” […]
Continue ReadingStacy Williams has been appointed as the new CEO of Murray River Council. Ms Williams is currently the Director of Healthy Communities and Environments at the City of Greater Bendigo, and has 19 years of local government experience including previous roles at the Shires of Gannawarra and Campaspe. She is an Echuca-Moama local who also […]
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