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CASTLEMAINE, VIC – Mount Alexander Shire Council has formally extended its gratitude to Chief Executive Officer Darren Fuzzard, who has announced he will step down after ten years at the helm. Since his appointment in 2016, Mr. Fuzzard has overseen a transformative period for the region, navigating the Shire through significant infrastructure developments, a shifting […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today: Stephen Yarwood joins me on Roundup Extra for a conversation about his journey from urban planner to city innovator, with a stint as Adelaide’s Lord Mayor on the way. All of that and more on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: All of that and more 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. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, or by clicking here. Transcript […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus much more news from around the world of local government in Australia and beyond. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, with support from Symphony 3. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, or by […]
Continue ReadingFlinders Shire Council has announced the appointment of Kylie Davies as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 13th. The appointment follows a national recruitment process that attracted 44 applications from across Australia. Mayor Kate Peddle says Davies brings extensive experience in local and state government, most recently serving as Director of Regulatory Services at […]
Continue ReadingOn the latest edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today – why are an increasing number of local governments funding GPs? On Roundup Extra, Robert Hicks from Curtin Medical School reveals that WA councils are now spending millions to fill a ‘market failure’ in medical services – and its a growing crisis across […]
Continue ReadingThe Rural City of Wangaratta has appointed Matt Nelson as its new Chief Executive Officer, starting April 13th. Matt brings over 25 years of government experience, most recently serving as Acting Land Coordinator General of Victoria. He’s worked extensively in the region, including on projects like Ride High Country and Prosecco Road. Mayor Irene Grant […]
Continue ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences.Listen to the episode here. Read along with all the […]
Continue ReadingAnother regional South Australian council has parted ways with its chief executive. The Mercury reported that Tumby Bay Council terminated CEO Darren Keenan’s contract this week after he failed to complete an extended probation period. Mayor Geoff Churchett says while Keenan’s community engagement was excellent, there were underlying workplace issues that couldn’t be overlooked. Keenan, […]
Continue ReadingOn the Friday, 20th February edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Symphony3 – simple, connected customer experiences.Listen to the episode here. […]
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