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Greater Bendigo councillor Owen Cosgriff has been found to have engaged in misconduct after allegedly slamming his fist on a table and storming out of a meeting. Arbiter Noel Harvey also found that an email and meeting comments about staff constituted misconduct, in that they were disrespectful and contributed to an unsafe and uncomfortable working […]
Continue ReadingBlacktown City Council services are facing major disruptions today due to 24-hour industrial action. Garbage collection in more than two dozen suburbs will be delayed today and tomorrow, with residents asked to leave bins at the kerb. Parks maintenance, street cleaning, and splash parks at Nurragingy Reserve and Blacktown Showground are all affected. Community centres […]
Continue ReadingThe Town of Claremont has appointed John Pearson as its new Chief Executive Officer after a competitive process that drew 61 applicants. Mr Pearson currently serves as Director of Corporate Services at the City of Rockingham and previously led the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley as CEO. He’s a qualified finance and governance professional with a […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus more news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to the […]
Continue ReadingAlbury City Council has appointed Steve McGrath as interim CEO for up to 12 months while searching for a permanent replacement for Frank Zaknich. Mr McGrath has over 30 years of local government experience, including as CEO of Cootamundra-Gundagai and Coffs Harbour councils. Mayor Kevin Mack said the appointment will provide renewed focus as Council […]
Continue ReadingCentral Darling Shire Council has appointed John Sevil as its new General Manager. Mr Sevil brings over 30 years of senior executive experience in finance, governance, and strategic planning. He holds an MBA and has previously worked at Narromine Shire Council and Norfolk Island Regional Council. The new General Manager will commence duties on March […]
Continue ReadingUpdate: A decision on the flying of the Palestinian Flag at the Preston City Hall has again been deferred by Darebin City Council. At a special meeting this afternoon, the Council determined to receive a briefing on the outcomes of a recently conducted three week community consultation process. The Council will then determine the issue […]
Continue ReadingThe City of Newcastle‘s Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge has resigned immediately, citing health reasons as he battles side-effects from recent cancer treatment. The resignation triggers a by-election for a new Lord Mayor, expected in mid-April. Deputy Lord Mayor Charlotte McCabe will assume the role until then. Mr Kerridge had returned early from treatment to resume […]
Continue ReadingThe Town of Port Hedland has appointed Dale Stewart as its permanent Chief Executive Officer after more than a year without one. Mr Stewart brings over 40 years of local government experience and has previously led four councils as CEO. The appointment is seen as crucial for stabilising the organisation and rebuilding confidence in the […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus much more local government news from Australia and beyond. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences. Listen to the episode here. Read along […]
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