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A Hobart alderman says councillors should earn up to $120,000 a year to attract quality candidates to local government. Marti Zucco argues current pay levels deter skilled professionals and younger people from running for council. He’s called for a major overhaul, saying “if you pay peanuts, you get monkeys.” The council will debate the proposal […]
Continue ReadingComing up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus much 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. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for […]
Continue ReadingNewcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge has taken leave from civic duties to undergo medical treatment. The Mayor’s office confirmed the leave of absence but has not disclosed details of the medical condition other than that it requires ongoing treatment. Deputy Lord Mayor Charlotte McCabe will assume leadership responsibilities during this period.
Continue ReadingHobsons Bay City Council has appointed Phu Nguyen as its new chief executive officer, effective January 19, 2026. Mr Nguyen, currently CEO of South Australia’s City of Onkaparinga, grew up in Melbourne’s western suburbs and brings extensive local government experience from Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia. He moved to Onkaparinga in mid-2023 from […]
Continue ReadingOn the Friday, 24th October edition of the Local Government News Roundup: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your […]
Continue ReadingEurobodalla Council has appointed Mark Ferguson as its new general manager following a six-month acting stint in the role. Mr Ferguson, who previously led councils including Coffs Harbour and Northern Beaches, was selected after a recruitment process involving all nine councillors. Mayor Mathew Hatcher praised Mr Ferguson for bringing the council together and delivering a […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus, an interim CEO’s views on new reforms set to shake up council meeting practices in NSW from next year. Mark Dupe from Berrigan Shire Council joins Chris on Roundup Extra. All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government […]
Continue ReadingIn today’s edition of the Local Government News Roundup: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony3. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. […]
Continue ReadingFraser Coast Regional Council has appointed Mica Martin as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing over thirty years of local government leadership experience to the role. Ms Martin previously served as CEO at Cairns Regional Council, where she oversaw a $430M budget and secured significant infrastructure funding including $400M for water security. She left that […]
Continue ReadingVIC: Buloke Shire Council has officially appointed Daniel McLoughlan as its new CEO at this week’s Ordinary Council meeting. A proud Birchip local, Mr McLoughlan has held the role on an interim basis since last month, but has been with the council in various roles since 2019. SA: Barunga West Council has appointed long-serving staff […]
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