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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus the Roundup Flashback takes us back to 2024. 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. […]
Continue ReadingIn this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more news from across Australia and beyond on the nation’s #1 podcast for local government news and interviews. 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 […]
Continue ReadingMore 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 ReadingToday on the Local Government News Roundup: Plus more news from across 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, and Rath Engineering Development. Listen to this episode on your preferred podcast platform, or […]
Continue ReadingThe Port Macquarie-Hastings region is in mourning following the passing of Councillor Lisa Intemann, a dedicated public servant and community advocate whose influence spanned more than three decades. Cr Intemann passed away at John Hunter Hospital on Friday, March 20. Mayor Adam Roberts, speaking on behalf of the Council and the wider community, expressed deep […]
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 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 today’s edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plus, Regional Cities NSW Chair, and Mayor of Lismore, Steve Krieg is here to talk about the economic impacts and a hidden safety crisis in the state’s flailing freight system – but he has a solution. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by […]
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