24th October 2021 (#67)

On the Roundup today… Banyule’s mayor steps down following an appearance at IBAC; the CEO of Yarra resigns to take up a new role; the council CEO choosing not to get vaccinated; an inquiry announced into Queensland’s local government integrity agency; a deputy mayor steps down and a mayoral election recount denied.

Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance organisation supporting councils and councillors to achieve the highest standards of governance;

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Links:
Banyule mayor takes leave of absence
Yarra CEO Accepts Exciting New Role With Homes Melbourne
Candidate accused of using newspaper to boost re-election campaign
Victorian Premier tells 'non-compliant' Swan Hill Council CEO to get the jab
The Regional Renewable Organics Network at Black Rock
Dubbo: Rescission motion unsuccessful
Qld parliament to probe council watchdog;  Statement by Greg Hallam, CEO of the LGAQ – LGAQ
City of Swan announces new Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor makes formal complaint against councillor
Moreton Bay Council - Deputy Mayor steps down, election conducted
NTCAT rejects bid for new recount of mayoral vote
Paroo Shire explains 10% rate cap
L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti: City Employees Who Refuse Covid Vaccination “Should Be Prepared To Lose Their Job”
L.A. City Council Votes Unanimously To Crack Down On Street Racing Promotion
Jefferson Statue Will Be Removed From N.Y.C. Council Chambers

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