Breaking News Update – 7th May
Today on the Roundup’s YouTube channel, Chris Eddy has breaking local government news, including a media ban imposed by Hawkesbury Council, and another South Australian Council CEO resignation.
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Johnson Out at Walkerville
Dr Andrew Johnson has resigned as Chief Executive Officer of the Town of Walkerville, effective immediately. In a statement, the council said it has accepted Dr Johnson’s resignation, with the outgoing CEO thanking staff for their work and dedication during his time in the role. Council says day-to-day operations and services will continue as normal, […]
Continue ReadingUpdated: Hawkesbury Council Bans Media Outlets
*Updated to include new information, 2.00pm 7/5/26 Hawkesbury City Council has banned the Hawkesbury Gazette and Hawkesbury Radio from all Council premises — including Council meetings — for media purposes, effective immediately. The ban has attracted the interest of the local government minister and the Office of Local Government, and will subject to a councillor […]
Continue ReadingQuorum crisis, a missed opportunity, and a surprise career move – #582
Today on the Local Government News Roundup podcast: 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 Symphony 3, and Rath Engineering Development. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, […]
Continue ReadingBreaking News Update
Today on the Roundup’s YouTube channel, Chris Eddy has breaking news on a mass exodus of elected members from a Western Australian Council; a South Australian Council CEO’s surprise career move; and a legal challenge withdrawn in the City of Stonnington.
Continue ReadingLGA South Australia appoints Victoria MacKirdy as new CEO
The Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA SA) has appointed long-time local government executive Victoria MacKirdy as its new Chief Executive Officer. MacKirdy has been Chief Executive Officer of the City of Victor Harbor since 2018 and brings almost three decades of experience across regional and metropolitan councils, along with six years in the […]
Continue ReadingResignation bombshell, boycotts and by-elections – #581
Coming up today: All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast. Plus the Roundup flashback machine takes us back to this week in 2021. 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 […]
Continue ReadingAppointment of Natalia Cowley as Cessnock GM
Cessnock City Council has announced the appointment of Natalia Cowley as its new General Manager, marking a significant strategic move for the region’s leadership. Ms. Cowley, an award-winning executive and Fellow Chartered Accountant, arrives with a prestigious reputation for stabilising complex local government entities. Her professional background is defined by a focus on organisational transformation […]
Continue ReadingViral resignation, funding feud, and a mayoral blast – #580
Coming up today on the podcast: 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 here. Transcript for Episode #580: Today’s Top Three A Victorian councillor has sensationally […]
Continue ReadingNarrogin Shire Appoints New CEO
The Shire of Narrogin has announced the appointment of Andrew Campbell as its new Chief Executive Officer, with his tenure officially beginning on 1 July 2026. Shire President Leigh Ballard expressed high confidence in the appointment, citing Mr. Campbell’s “wealth of experience” and professionalism as vital assets that will help the Council deliver on its […]
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