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VIC: Restrictions strengthened on Greater Geelong councillor

October 6, 2025October 6, 2025LG News Roundup

A Greater Geelong city councillor has had workplace restrictions strengthened following an independent investigation into his behaviour toward council staff. The Geelong Advertiser reported that former deputy mayor Anthony Aitken has been subjected to enhanced workplace controls after multiple allegations of inappropriate behaviour were substantiated. Council CEO Ali Wastie informed the city’s leadership team about […]

Toxic behaviour and a shocking trend in episode #500!

October 6, 2025October 6, 2025LG News Roundup

It’s episode 500 of the Local Government News Roundup! Coming up in this episode, and much more news from across the world of local government. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]

VIC: Brimbank monitors report tells of toxic culture

October 3, 2025October 3, 2025LG News Roundup

A newly released report has described a culture of toxic behaviour and governance issues among former councillors at Brimbank City Council. Municipal monitors Janet Dore and Penelope Holloway found that some councillors engaged in what they described as “abusive and bullying behaviour” causing mental distress to both senior staff and fellow councillors. The monitors’ report […]

NSW: Tobin appointed GM of Hunter’s Hill Council

October 3, 2025October 3, 2025LG News Roundup

Hunter’s Hill Council has appointed experienced local government professional Nick Tobin as its new General Manager. Mayor Zac Miles cited Nick’s extensive senior executive leadership background in local government and his effective work as acting General Manager since March this year. Nick brings over 30 years of local government experience to the role, including previous […]

Grim determination, political bastardry, and by-election date set, #499

October 3, 2025October 3, 2025LG News Roundup

Friday 3rd October on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more of the latest 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. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe […]

SA: New CEO for Port Pirie

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025LG News Roundup

Port Pirie Regional Council has announced the appointment of Chris Davey as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 13th. Mr. Davey, who has served with the council for a decade, is stepping up from his current role as Director Development and Regulation. He has been serving as Acting CEO since the retirement of Peter […]

NSW: Reports: Minister to investigate Shoalhaven CEO appointment

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025LG News Roundup

*Update, 4pm Shoalhaven City Council has made a statement to the media, confirming its understanding that a complaint had been received by the Office of Local Government “regarding the recruitment process of the CEO”. A spokesperson said the Council welcomes any review by the Office of Local Government into this robust recruitment process.” More from […]

SA: Simpson appointed Mt Gambier CEO

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025LG News Roundup

The City of Mount Gambier has announced the appointment of Paul Simpson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Simpson will take up the position from November 3rd this year. He brings more than twenty years of leadership experience in local government, most recently serving as Interim CEO at Barunga West Council. Mr. Simpson has […]

Controversial appointment, corruption perceptions, and rate pegs, #498

October 1, 2025October 1, 2025LG News Roundup

In the midweek edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today, Cr Moira Berry, Chair of Peri Urban Councils Victoria is here with a plea to state and federal governments for support for housing development in some of the state’s rapidly growing but potentially overlooked council areas. The Local Government News Roundup is brought […]

NSW: Controversial Shoalhaven CEO appointment

October 1, 2025October 1, 2025LG News Roundup

Andrew Constance has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Shoalhaven City Council. The former member for Bega has held several senior ministerial portfolios in NSW, including finance, transport and roads and as Treasurer, but does not have a background in local government. Mayor Patricia White said he will bring a deep understanding […]