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Cardinia Shire Council has appointed James Collins as its new CEO for a five-year term following an extensive recruitment process. Mr Collins brings over 15 years of executive experience, including his current role as Director of City Planning and Infrastructure at the City of Casey. He has also worked at Monash, Yarra Ranges and Banyule […]
Continue ReadingNarrandera Shire Council has appointed Timothy Coote as its new General Manager effective October 27. The appointment follows the retirement of Mr. George Cowan who served in the role for over eight years. Mr. Coote brings leadership experience from his previous role as CEO of the District Council of Ceduna in South Australia. Cook Shire […]
Continue ReadingOn the Monday 8th September edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe here for back catalogue, […]
Continue ReadingIn today’s edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus more of the latest news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. Subscribe […]
Continue ReadingCraig Covich has been appointed as the new General Manager of Mosman Council, bringing over 20 years of local government experience including his previous role as Director Environment and Planning. The appointment follows a competitive recruitment process with unanimous Council endorsement. Mayor Ann Marie Kimber highlighted Mr. Covich’s integral role in building Mosman’s strong financial […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Wednesday 3rd September: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. plus more of the latest news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. […]
Continue ReadingFormer Isaac mayor Anne Baker has taken a commanding lead in the Mackay council by-election with 60% of enrolled voters counted. Ms Baker is holding twice as many votes as her closest competitors Andrew Deguara and Melissa Milton. The by-election was triggered by George Christensen’s resignation earlier this year. The Electoral Commission of Queensland will […]
Continue ReadingOn the Local Government News Roundup for Monday, 1st September: plus more of the latest news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast player here. […]
Continue ReadingThe NSW Government has announced sweeping changes to how local council meetings will operate across the state, with “a new era of transparency” set to begin from January next year. Under the Minns Labor Government’s reforms, council meetings will face stricter rules designed to boost public confidence in local government. The new Model Code of […]
Continue ReadingOn the Friday 29th August edition of the Local Government News Roundup: plus more of the latest news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Listen to this episode here, and find the link for your podcast […]
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