TAS: New City of Hobart CEO appointed

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Launceston CEO Michael Stretton will be the next CEO of the city of Hobart.

Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds today announced Mr Stretton’s appointment to the position on a five year contract, commencing in February.

He has led Launceston council since 2017, and was previously GM of Waratah-Wynyard council for three years.

The Hobart CEO position was vacated earlier this year by Kelly Grigsby after 2 years in the role.

Ms Grigsby is now the CEO of the Municipal Association of Victoria.