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In edition #475 of the Local Government News Roundup, available now: Plus Ballarat Deputy Mayor Cr Ben Taylor reveals the council’s approach to collecting an unpopular state government tax. 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 […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government News Roundup is 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 […]
Continue ReadingWestern Perth council, the City of Nedlands, is in turmoil following the resignation of four councillors on the same day. The mass exodus means the council cannot achieve a quorum, and local government minister Hannah Beazley will remove the remaining councillors and install a commissioner until elections in October. The minister said in a statement […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: 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 Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe […]
Continue ReadingIn the latest edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today, Derek Madden, CEO of Moorabool Shire Council joins Chris to discuss viral list of the 10 reasons people don’t appreciate local government. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Wednesday 2nd July 2025: The Local Government News Roundup is 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 […]
Continue ReadingIn today’s edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus MAV Chief Innovator in Residence, Bonnie Shaw, talks to Chris about the exciting new innovation awards for Victorian councils. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to this […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government News Roundup is 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 […]
Continue ReadingJoondalup City Council has voted to put its CEO position to market, and current CEO James Pearson has told staff he will not be seeking reappointment when his contract expires next March, according to media reports. The renewal of the Mr Pearson’s contract of employment was listed as a confidential matter on this week’s Council […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today, a new resource for councils to help meet the rapidly growing demand for basketball facilities. Jake Keogh, General Manager of Government and Facilities at Basketball Victoria is here to discuss the sport’s extraordinary growth and why this guide could be a game changer for […]
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