Former Greater Shepparton Council CEO Peter Harriott has been appointed by Central Goldfields Shire Council as its new permanent chief executive.
Mr Harriott is a 30 year veteran of local government, including eight years at Greater Shepparton, and three years as CEO of Wattle Range Council in South Australia.
Last year he served as Municipal Monitor at Buloke Shire Council.
Central Goldfields Mayor Cr Grace La Vella said Mr Harriott’s experience and knowledge stood out from a field of highly experienced candidates.
He will take up the position on 1st July, replacing Interim CEO Sally Jones, who has led the organization for nine months through a period of transition including the Council election and development of the Council Plan and Budget.