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In a special episode of the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy explores how generative AI is beginning to transform councils in Victoria. This episode features real-world stories of councils trialling AI chatbots, document search tools, and AI agents, as well as bold discussions about what might come next – from robot building inspectors to […]
Continue ReadingGolden Plains Shire Council has appointed Adam McSwain as its new Chief Executive Officer. Adam, who currently serves as Director Infrastructure and Assets at Hume City Council, will begin his new role on August 25th. He has previously served as Chief Executive Officer at Edwards River Council in New South Wales and held director-level positions […]
Continue ReadingIn a new episode in the Well Traveled Executive Series, Chris Eddy sits down with Rebecca McKenzie, the outgoing CEO of Glen Eira City Council, to explore her public service journey from the UK to Australia. Rebecca shares her insights on the evolving landscape of leadership, the importance of diversity in governance, and the highlights […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of 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 […]
Continue ReadingOn your Monday morning edition of the Local Government News Roundup: 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 ReadingOn your Friday edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus more local government news from around 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 […]
Continue ReadingCootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council has received approval to proceed with its long-sought demerger. The Minister for Local Government, Ron Hoenig, announced today that the council will split into two separate entities, reversing a controversial 2016 forced amalgamation. Mayor Abb McAlister met with the Minister in Gundagai earlier today, where the Boundaries Commission and Public Inquiry reports […]
Continue ReadingIn today’s edition of 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 […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of 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 […]
Continue ReadingIn 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 […]
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