Airport rail demands, a council imploding, and a warning on buses (#356)

On the Local Government News Roundup for 1st July, 2024: Plus more of the latest news from around the world of local government brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice, presenting LG Innovate: Artificial Intelligence Summit for the local government […]

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Ex-councillor sentenced, failed rescission motions, and a surprise CEO announcement (#355)

On the Local Government News Roundup podcast for 28th June 2024: Plus more of the latest news from around the world of local government brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice, presenting LG Innovate: Artificial Intelligence Summit for the local […]

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NSW: New Sutherland Shire CEO announced

Clare Phelan, an experienced local leader, has been unanimously appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sutherland Shire Council. Ms Phelan, who previously served as the Council’s Director of Corporate Support, has a strong background in local government. She will take over from Manjeet Grewal who is stepping down after 5 years as the […]

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TAS: Overland announces retirement

Simon Overland, the General Manager of Burnie City Council, has announced his intention to retire in November, on the fourth anniversary of his appointment. He said he has been considering his future for some time, and plans to return to Melbourne after his retirement. Mr Overland was previously the CEO of Whittlesea City Council and […]

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A backdown, a “land grab” and a pigeon problem (#354)

On the Local Government News Roundup for 26th June 2024: Plus more of the latest news from around the world of local government brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice, presenting LG Innovate: Artificial Intelligence Summit for the local government […]

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From Minister to CEO, bus argy-bargy, and other council controversies (#353)

Today on the Local Government News Roundup – Monday, 24th June 2024: Plus more of the latest news from around the world of local government brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment service and business advisory practice, presenting LG Innovate: Artificial Intelligence Summit for the […]

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NT: Barkly Council dismissed

The entire Barkly Regional Council has been dismissed following an investigation into bullying, inadequate oversight, and potential breaches of the law. The Morley report, a 616-page document, found that the elected members did not understand their roles, failed to seek information before making decisions, and did not manage conflicts of interest properly. The report criticised […]

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