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Blurred lines, voting fraud, and a surveillance culture – #586

May 25, 2026May 27, 2026LG News Roundup

On the Local Government News Roundup today: 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 now: Transcript for Episode #586: Victorian […]

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City of Busselton appoints Annie Riordan as new CEO

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026LG News Roundup

The City of Busselton has announced the appointment of Ms Annie Riordan as its new Chief Executive Officer, with Ms Riordan set to commence in the role on 24 August 2026. In a statement, the City said Ms Riordan brings “extensive experience in local government leadership,” having served as Chief Executive Officer of the Shire […]

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Pink Ops clique, a stunning backflip, and unnecessary secrecy – #585

May 13, 2026May 27, 2026LG News Roundup

Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup podcast: 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 now: Transcript for […]

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Inquiry begins, police snub rejected, and a seismic shift in local politics – #584

May 11, 2026May 13, 2026LG News Roundup

Coming up today 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 now: Transcript for Episode […]

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Media ban, inland rail shock, and “monster mergers” – #583

May 8, 2026May 11, 2026LG News Roundup

On the Local Government News Roundup, for Friday 8th May 2026: and much more local government news from around 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, […]

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Quorum crisis, a missed opportunity, and a surprise career move – #582

May 6, 2026May 8, 2026LG News Roundup

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, […]

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Breaking News Update

May 5, 2026May 5, 2026LG News Roundup

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.

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Quorum Lost: Mass Exodus from WA Council

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026LG News Roundup

Six councillors — including the Shire President — have resigned from the Shire of Carnarvon Council over the past few days, leaving the local government without enough elected members to form a quorum. In a statement today, the Shire confirmed the resignations mean Council cannot currently hold valid meetings or make decisions requiring a formal […]

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Resignation bombshell, boycotts and by-elections – #581

May 4, 2026May 6, 2026LG News Roundup

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 […]

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Viral resignation, funding feud, and a mayoral blast – #580

May 1, 2026May 4, 2026LG News Roundup

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 […]

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