Tag: Victoria

Local Government Minister Nick Staikos has received the final monitor’s report on Colac Otway Shire Council. Municipal monitor Christine Ferguson, who served from July 2024 to January 2025, has delivered a comprehensive assessment of the council’s operations. The report outlines several recommendations aimed at enhancing the council’s governance practices. Notably, the monitor expressed optimism about the new […]

A Commission of Inquiry will be held into “serious issues of governance and health and safety concerns” at Whittlesea City Council. Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos announced the inquiry on Wednesday along with the immediate suspension of Mayor Aidan McLindon for a six month period. The inquiry will examine matters affecting good governance at […]

Per the Cobram Courier: the cost of a Commission of Inquiry into governance failings at Moira Shire Council that led to the appointment of administrators until 2028 has been revealed. Over $921,894 in inquiry costs were incurred by the council, with a further $760k spent on asbestos remediation. —- Per The Advertiser: Mitcham councillor Darren Kruse has been found by […]

Mitchell Shire Council has announced the appointment of Mary Agostino as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Agostino has been serving as Interim CEO since December 2024. Mayor John Dougall praised Ms. Agostino’s strategic leadership and deep local knowledge, highlighting her commitment to tackling key community issues including rapid growth, road infrastructure, and financial sustainability. With an […]

Benalla Rural City Council has appointed Peter Keane as its new Chief Executive Officer, following a competitive selection process that drew more than 50 applicants. Mr Keane, a mechanical engineer with an MBA from Deakin University, brings substantial experience from his roles in Queensland and Western Australia. His most recent position was with the Council of Mayors […]

Kingston Councillor Jane Agirtan has been stood down from her role as a councillor under section 229 of the Local Government Act. In a statement, CEO Peter Bean said Councillor Agirtan must not perform the functions and duties of, or exercise the powers of a councillor, including attending council meetings, delegated committee meetings or attending […]

A significant leadership change is coming for one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing councils. Carol Jeffs, the CEO of Cardinia Shire Council, has announced her resignation after nearly seven years at the helm. Ms. Jeffs will step down from her position on June 4th to take up a new role as CEO of Uniting Vic Tas, one of the […]

Susan Benedyka has been appointed as a new Administrator to join Moira Shire Council‘s Panel of Administrators alongside Chair Administrator Dr Graeme Emonson PSM. With extensive experience across various councils, boards, and advisory bodies in rural and regional areas, Ms Benedyka brings valuable expertise in community-centered decision making, leadership development, and strategic planning to the […]