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More than a week after the sensational suspension of the City of Ryde’s top executive team, a “wall of silence” has descended over the civic centre. Despite mounting calls for transparency and a potential state-led inquiry, the council has offered almost no further information regarding the investigations into its most senior staff. As previously reported […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus as we mark five years of the Local Government News Roundup, I’m joined by some special guests to talk about how we got here, and where we’re going next. And we introduce a new Roundup Flashback segment – highlighting some of the stories making local […]
Continue ReadingA community member has pleaded guilty to unlawful assault in the Ballarat Magistrates Court following an incident in which coffee was thrown at Hepburn Shire Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Bradley Thomas. The court issued a fine and placed the individual on a good behaviour bond, a result the Council says proves that abusive behaviour toward […]
Continue ReadingOn the latest episode of the Local Government News Roundup: 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 #565 Victorian Report A political […]
Continue ReadingAfter two decades at Mid-Western Regional Council, including more than twelve years as general manager, Brad Cam is stepping down. Mayor Councillor Des Kennedy says Cam led a major program of infrastructure and community builds, while keeping council financially sustainable. Cr Kennedy points to transport upgrades like Ulan Road and Cope Road, and projects including […]
Continue ReadingThe City of Ryde has been plunged into a state of administrative uncertainty following a marathon, four-hour closed-door council meeting that resulted in the immediate standing down of three of its most senior officials. The Sydney Morning Herald is reporting that Chief Executive Wayne Rylands, Deputy CEO Michael Galderisi, and Governance Boss Graham Humphreys have […]
Continue ReadingIn the Monday, 16th March edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Also today, world leading civility campaigner Diane Kalen-Sukra with an update on preparations for the second Global Civility Summit, which is just one month away. All of that and more on Australia’s number one local government podcast. The Local Government News Roundup is […]
Continue ReadingAfter just over two years in the role, Alice Springs Town Council CEO Andrew Wilsmore has announced he will step down in coming months to take an opportunity closer to home. He is taking up the General Manager position at Dubbo Regional Council in NSW, commencing in late May. Mr Wilsmore has overseen major community […]
Continue ReadingIn the Friday 13th March 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 […]
Continue ReadingHepburn Shire Council has released a statement, expressing full support for its Chief Executive Officer, Bradley Thomas, and Councillor Don Henderson, who have each been served with alleged criminal charges initiated by a private individual. The Council said the matter is proceeding as a private prosecution, and that it has not involved an investigation, fact‑finding […]
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