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Here are the stories that featured in the International Spotlight segment of episode #76 of the Local Government News Roundup. In the UK, councils will be forced to take on responsibility for the care of unaccompanied asylum seeker children arriving via the English Channel. The BBC reports more than 100 children are living in hotels […]
Continue ReadingHere are the stories that featured in the International Spotlight segment of the latest episode of the Local Government News Roundup. In the UK, recent events at Maldon District Council have led to the publication of an open letter, signed by 25 councillors, and the launch of a campaign to stamp out hate crime. Elected […]
Continue ReadingHere are the stories that made the national roundup segment of the latest episode of the Local Government News Roundup. The new CEO for Queensland’s fastest growing city has finally been announced, after weeks of speculation. Sonia Cooper, the acting CEO of Ipswich City Council since April, has been appointed to continue in the role. […]
Continue ReadingHere are the stories that made the Victorian roundup segment of the latest episode of the Local Government News Roundup. Wodonga Council CEO Mark Dixon resigned this week, and will leave the organisation after nearly three years in the role. Mr Dixon is leaving the sector to take up a CEO role with an international […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup today… a controversial proposed ban on dogs and toy vehicles in Port Fairy will not proceed; a new affordable housing program bears fruit for Bayside Council; results from 12 more mayoral elections in Victoria; CEO movements in Queensland; an historic land transfer in NSW; and keep listening for a special offer for […]
Continue ReadingAn innovative idea out of Thomastown Library in Melbourne’s north is gaining attention across Australia and overseas. This Australian first involves providing free wifi hotspots to families who might not otherwise be able to access the internet – an essential service at the best of times, let alone during regular COVID lockdowns. To find out […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup today… the EPA’s first chief investigator appointed; Kingston Council heeds advice in changing its housing strategy; some mayoral election updates; sad news on the passing of a sitting South Australian councillor; and a new strategic alliance formed in regional Queensland. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup today… a report finds widespread noncompliance with Councillor personal interest return requirements; councils named as the most complained about public bodies by the Ombudsman; an olive branch extended at a troubled Sydney council, as the Minister threatens to step in; and Dubbo Council releases the results of its code of conduct complaints […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup today… Swan Hill’s unvaccinated CEO resigns; new state electoral boundaries to be released this week; Greater Shepparton elects its Mayor and Deputy Mayor; nominations open for NSW council elections; the Sydney council that can’t achieve a quorum for seven consecutive meetings; and controversial water reforms to proceed in New Zealand. Just some […]
Continue ReadingOn the Roundup today… Banyule’s mayor steps down following an appearance at IBAC; the CEO of Yarra resigns to take up a new role; the council CEO choosing not to get vaccinated; an inquiry announced into Queensland’s local government integrity agency; a deputy mayor steps down and a mayoral election recount denied. Just some of […]
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