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The formal governance review into a conduct matter involving Cr Dominic Bonanno has been officially concluded following a resolution at the latest meeting of Macedon Ranges Shire Council. During the meeting, Council formally noted that the Local Government Inspectorate (LGI)—the state’s independent watchdog—determined the matter did not meet the statutory threshold for serious or gross […]
Continue ReadingThe Shire of Gingin says it has resolved to begin a formal investigation involving its Chief Executive Officer, Scott Wildgoose. The council made the decision at a special meeting last Thursday night. The Shire says Mr Wildgoose will be on leave while the investigation is carried out, and interim governance arrangements are in place. It […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus much more news from around the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony 3. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, or by […]
Continue ReadingFlinders Shire Council has announced the appointment of Kylie Davies as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 13th. The appointment follows a national recruitment process that attracted 44 applications from across Australia. Mayor Kate Peddle says Davies brings extensive experience in local and state government, most recently serving as Director of Regulatory Services at […]
Continue ReadingThe long-awaited vision for a rail link to Melbourne Airport is officially moving from the drawing board to the ground. In a series of major announcements this week, the State and Federal Governments revealed that construction has commenced, signalling a multi-billion dollar transformation for Melbourne’s western suburbs. At the heart of this evolution are three […]
Continue ReadingMornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Anthony Marsh has secured the Liberal Party preselection for the Nepean by-election and taken leave from his councillor duties. MPNews reported that Cr Marsh won comfortably in the first round with ten out of nineteen votes. Cr Marsh now has less than ten weeks to campaign ahead of the May 2nd […]
Continue ReadingOn the latest edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today – why are an increasing number of local governments funding GPs? On Roundup Extra, Robert Hicks from Curtin Medical School reveals that WA councils are now spending millions to fill a ‘market failure’ in medical services – and its a growing crisis across […]
Continue ReadingThe City of South Perth is entering a period of state-mandated oversight following a wave of high-level resignations and internal upheaval. WA Today reported that local government veteran and Murdoch University Chancellor Gail McGowan has been appointed as a monitor to oversee council governance and decision-making for at least the next two months. This move […]
Continue ReadingA proposal to explore a merger of Upper Hunter Shire and Muswellbrook Shire Councils has failed to gain the support of Upper Hunter councillors last night. Cr Troy Stolz brought forward a motion calling for a consultative process on a potential amalgamation, which he argued could help tackle Upper Hunter Shire’s debt crisis and bring […]
Continue ReadingThe Rural City of Wangaratta has appointed Matt Nelson as its new Chief Executive Officer, starting April 13th. Matt brings over 25 years of government experience, most recently serving as Acting Land Coordinator General of Victoria. He’s worked extensively in the region, including on projects like Ride High Country and Prosecco Road. Mayor Irene Grant […]
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