Local Government News Roundup

Peter Benazic has been appointed as interim CEO of Cardinia Shire Council for six months starting June 5, as Carol Jeffs departs the organisation after six and a half years. Mr Benazic brings 27 years of senior role experience and 39 years in local government to the position. Mayor Jack Kowarzik paid tribute to Ms […]

Golden Plains Shire Council has elected Cr Owen Sharkey as its new Mayor. The election was required after Sarah Hayden resigned the mayoralty last week, and following a period of instability which included the resignation of former mayor Brett Cunningham. A countback to fill his position on the council has been set for Wednesday 11th […]

A Commission of Inquiry into Whittlesea City Council has been launched. Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos has announced that Prue Digby will be Chair of the Commission of Inquiry, supported by Jim Gifford as Commissioner. The inquiry will take four months to complete, as Ms Digby and Mr Gifford look into the council’s current […]

Former Whittlesea Council CEO and ex-Victoria Police Commissioner Simon Overland has come out of retirement, joining Moonee Valley City Council’s senior executive team. The Council has confirmed to the Local Government News Roundup that Mr Overland has commenced in the role of Director of Strategy, Planning and Climate Resilience. Mr Overland announced his retirement from […]

Golden Plains Shire Councillor Sarah Hayden has announced her resignation as Mayor, citing the need to make space for other leaders and the toll recent events have taken on her health. She will continue to serve as a councillor. Cr Hayden said her decision aims to provide stability to the Shire and allow the council […]