Whittlesea to Joondalup: Lloyd’s Big Move

The City of Joondalup in Western Australia has announced the appointment of Craig Lloyd as its new Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive national recruitment process. Mr. Lloyd, who has served as the CEO of the City of Whittlesea in Victoria since 2020, will succeed James Pearson, who has departed the council after a four-year […]

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Confirmed: Hawkesbury GM resignation

Hawkesbury City Council has confirmed the resignation of General Manager Elizabeth Richardson. At its Ordinary Meeting on 14 April, the Council officially accepted Ms Richardson’s resignation after five years in the role. During her tenure, Ms. Richardson is credited with transforming the council’s performance, infrastructure delivery, and workplace culture. Notably, she oversaw an increase in […]

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Shock suspension, hidden camera breach, and a “nonsensical” decision – #574

On the midweek edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus much more news from across Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony 3, and Rath Engineering Development. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, or by clicking […]

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Boroondara MBS suspended, fined

In a regulatory first, Victoria’s Building and Plumbing Commission has suspended the City of Boroondara’s Municipal Building Surveyor, Asanka Kodikara. The six-month suspension and $25,000 fine follow what the watchdog called “gross failures” to act in relation to a Carnegie renovation. The BPC found Kodikara failed to carry out mandatory inspections or take action against […]

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LGMA Appoints new CEO

Local Government Managers Australia has officially appointed Tess Bishop as its new Chief Executive Officer following an extensive national search. Ms. Bishop joins the organisation with over 20 years of senior executive experience, currently serving as Deputy Secretary at the Federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. LGMA President Daniel Fletcher says Ms. Bishop was […]

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A mayor under scrutiny, the toll of abuse, and a “wooden spoon” controversy – #573

In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: And the Roundup Flashback Machine takes us back to this week in 2022. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony 3, and Rath Engineering Development. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, […]

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