Local Government News Roundup
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🔒 Tough decisions to be made, says Yarra Mayor; CEO appointments and election promises
April 20, 2022 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 20th April 2022: Today on the Roundup, three new CEO appointments in Victoria, plus CEO news out of Western Australia; The Mildura countback result hot off the press; A coroner’s investigation to focus on a rural Council’s road safety decision making; Moreland hails a victory at VCAT; Some council advocacy wins in the latest election promises; Flood impacted councils in NSW part of an urgent drive to deliver temporary housing; And the ...
🔒 Bring on the Monitors - a Roundup Special with Clare Keenan and Kat Bennett
April 16, 2022 20:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 17th April 2022 Earlier this month, Victoria’s Local Government Minister Shaun Leane announced that he intends to appoint municipal monitors to three Victoria councils in the coming weeks. Monitors at Darebin, Moira and Wodonga will join those already in place at South Gippsland, Yarra and Strathbogie - bringing the total number of councils with monitors to six. In this special edition of the Roundup, Chris Eddy speaks with Clare Keenan, the...
Bring on the Monitors - a Roundup Special with Clare Keenan and Kat Bennett
April 16, 2022 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB17th April 2022 Earlier this month, Victoria’s Local Government Minister Shaun Leane announced that he intends to appoint municipal monitors to three Victoria councils in the coming weeks. Monitors at Darebin, Moira and Wodonga will join those already in place at South Gippsland, Yarra and Strathbogie - bringing the total number of councils with monitors to six. In this special edition of the Roundup, Chris Eddy speaks with Clare Keenan, the CEO of Moira Shire Council about the events that ...
"Stuck between a rock and a hard place" - a Council CEO's workplace safety dilemma
April 13, 2022 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB13th April 2022 Today on the Local Government News Roundup, Councils react to the news that the Commonwealth Games are coming to Regional Victoria; *Exclusive*: the regional Mayor set to run for State Parliament; A countback result to report and another one scheduled; One Council reveals the extent of damage to its road network from recent rain and flooding; and a Council CEO and a former councillor speak out on the culture that has led to a monitor to be appointed to their councils. The...
🔒 "Stuck between a rock and a hard place" - a Council CEO's workplace safety dilemma
April 13, 2022 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 13th April 2022 Today on the Local Government News Roundup, Councils react to the news that the Commonwealth Games are coming to Regional Victoria; *Exclusive*: the regional Mayor set to run for State Parliament; A countback result to report and another one scheduled; One Council reveals the extent of damage to its road network from recent rain and flooding; and a Council CEO and a former councillor speak out on the culture that has led to...
🔒 Monitors for another three Victorian Councils, a corruption probe and a council culture exposed
April 09, 2022 23:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 10th April 2022: On today's episode: Three municipal monitors to be installed at Victorian Councils… some reaction to the announcement coming up; a new executive director takes the reins at Local Government Victoria; dog baiting concerns in a Melbourne council area; an ICAC inquiry to probe allegations about a NSW Mayor; a council culture exposed in the WA state parliament, and the minister speaks out; industrial action at a NSW council - and...
Monitors for another three Victorian Councils, a corruption probe and a council culture exposed
April 09, 2022 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB10th April 2022: On today's episode: Three municipal monitors to be installed at Victorian Councils… some reaction to the announcement coming up; a new executive director takes the reins at Local Government Victoria; dog baiting concerns in a Melbourne council area; an ICAC inquiry to probe allegations about a NSW Mayor; a council culture exposed in the WA state parliament, and the minister speaks out; industrial action at a NSW council - and the mayor who’s getting set to spend his Easter p...
🔒 Misconduct finding against a councillor; and more councillors resign in Tas and NSW
April 05, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 6th April 2022 Today on the Roundup: a councillor directed to apologise after a finding of misconduct; Frankston’s e-bike trial off to fast start; an ex Victorian Council CEO returning to the sector in Queensland; a spate of councillor resignations sparks concerns in Tasmania and New South Wales; and we speak with the mayor of Moira Shire about a new agreement that it’s hoped will help solve a chronic shortage of skilled workers. The Local ...
Misconduct finding against a councillor; and more councillors resign in Tas and NSW
April 05, 2022 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB6th April 2022 Today on the Roundup: a councillor directed to apologise after a finding of misconduct; Frankston’s e-bike trial off to fast start; an ex Victorian Council CEO returning to the sector in Queensland; a spate of councillor resignations sparks concerns in Tasmania and New South Wales; and we speak with the mayor of Moira Shire about a new agreement that it’s hoped will help solve a chronic shortage of skilled workers. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the V...
'Shocking to read' - a minister poised to intervene in a local council; plus more of the week's local government news
April 02, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB3rd April 2022: In this episode, more council reaction to last week’s Federal Budget announcements; new alliances on the international and the local levels; the rejection of an airport master plan hailed as good news; the next stage of light rail on the Gold Coast gets the green light; ministerial intervention flagged for a WA council and commissioners installed at a UK council due to governance concerns. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Government ...
🔒 'Shocking to read' - a minister poised to intervene in a local council; plus more of the week's local government news
April 02, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 3rd April 2022: In this episode, more council reaction to last week’s Federal Budget announcements; new alliances on the international and the local levels; the rejection of an airport master plan hailed as good news; the next stage of light rail on the Gold Coast gets the green light; ministerial intervention flagged for a WA council and commissioners installed at a UK council due to governance concerns. The Local Government News Roundup is...
Jackie Weaver 'did not have the authority;' two councillors resign and a GM moving on.
March 29, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB30th March 2022: Today on the Local Government News Roundup, major infrastructure commitments by the Commonwealth Government welcomed by local government; a push for a new council classification in Victoria; councillor resignations from Victoria and South Australia, and a long term NSW GM is moving on; a call for an increase in federal grants to councils; and Hobart takes the next step in a crackdown on short stay accommodation. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governanc...
🔒 Jackie Weaver 'did not have the authority;' two councillors resign and a GM moving on.
March 29, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 9.75 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 30th March 2022: Today on the Local Government News Roundup, major infrastructure commitments by the Commonwealth Government welcomed by local government; a push for a new council classification in Victoria; councillor resignations from Victoria and South Australia, and a long term NSW GM is moving on; a call for an increase in federal grants to councils; and Hobart takes the next step in a crackdown on short stay accommodation. The Roundup ...
🔒 Daniel campaign wins court battle; Bird to 'fly the coop'
March 26, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 27th March 2022 On the Roundup today, the Supreme Court decision on the election signage dispute in Bayside Council; another Victorian Council CEO is calling time; tributes flow after the death of a highly respected public sector figure; a former mayor is South Australia’s new local government minister; fears the culture of Tasmanian councils will deter future council candidates; CEO level appointments in three states. The Local Government ...
Daniel campaign wins court battle; Bird to 'fly the coop'
March 26, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB27th March 2022 On the Roundup today, the Supreme Court decision on the election signage dispute in Bayside Council; another Victorian Council CEO is calling time; tributes flow after the death of a highly respected public sector figure; a former mayor is South Australia’s new local government minister; fears the culture of Tasmanian councils will deter future council candidates; CEO level appointments in three states. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Lo...
🔒 "No position is worth your mental health" - A deputy mayor resigns, election results, and a call for tough penalties over contamination
March 22, 2022 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 23rd March 2022: Today on the Local Government News Roundup, lots of movement at the councillor level with countback and by-election results and another councillor resignation this week; a call for tough penalties after a shocking contamination event in Melbourne’s west; the SEQ City Deal finally lands; Hobart moves ahead with a crackdown on short stay accommodation; and the International Spotlight class is in session later in the bulletin. ...
"No position is worth your mental health" - A deputy mayor resigns, election results, and a call for tough penalties over contamination
March 22, 2022 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB23rd March 2022: Today on the Local Government News Roundup, lots of movement at the councillor level with countback and by-election results and another councillor resignation this week; a call for tough penalties after a shocking contamination event in Melbourne’s west; the SEQ City Deal finally lands; Hobart moves ahead with a crackdown on short stay accommodation; and the International Spotlight class is in session later in the bulletin. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Loc...
A council sacked; election results thrown out; take 2 for Moreland countback
March 19, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB20th March 2022: A second countback needed at Moreland; LGV’s Executive Director is moving on; the death of a long term local councillor; the latest council to exit aged and disability services; three NSW council election results thrown out; a council sacked, CEO movements interstate and much more on today’s Roundup. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster on all things local government. Links for today's ...
A council sacked; election results thrown out; take 2 for Moreland Countback
March 19, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 9.78 MB20th March 2022: A second countback needed at Moreland; LGV’s Executive Director is moving on; the death of a long term local councillor; the latest council to exit aged and disability services; three NSW council election results thrown out; a council sacked, CEO movements interstate and much more on today’s Roundup. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster on all things local government. Links for today's ...
🔒 A council sacked; election results thrown out; take 2 for Moreland countback
March 19, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 20th March 2022: A second countback needed at Moreland; LGV’s Executive Director is moving on; the death of a long term local councillor; the latest council to exit aged and disability services; three NSW council election results thrown out; a council sacked, CEO movements interstate and much more on today’s Roundup. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster o...
Moreland countback result, a Tasmanian councillor in court, and a NSW GM departs
March 16, 2022 00:00 - 14 minutes - 9.78 MB16th March 2022: Today on the Roundup, the countback result for the extraordinary vacancy in Moreland; a council’s disappointment over the dismantling of a heritage bridge; the role of libraries in community health and wellbeing; a GM departs a NSW council and a CEO arrives in the north; and a Tasmanian councillor in court. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Links to stories referenced are in the transcript, or at www.lgnewsro...
🔒 Moreland countback result, a Tasmanian councillor in court, and a NSW GM departs
March 16, 2022 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.53 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 16th March 2022: Today on the Roundup, the countback result for the extraordinary vacancy in Moreland; a council’s disappointment over the dismantling of a heritage bridge; the role of libraries in community health and wellbeing; a GM departs a NSW council and a CEO arrives in the north; and a Tasmanian councillor in court. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Links to stories re...
Yarra's new CEO, another councillor resignation, and a warning for 2020 election candidates.
March 12, 2022 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBToday on the Local Government News Roundup: Yarra City Council announces its new CEO; countback results and another councillor resignation in Victoria; 2020 council election candidates warned over campaign donation returns; a Victorian councillor given a two year bond over falsification of community grants applications; a Qld CEO takes extended leave for health reasons; a temporary reprieve from financial disaster for NSW Councils; and a review of WA CEO contracts finds many are non-complia...
🔒 Yarra's new CEO, another councillor resignation, and a warning for 2020 election candidates.
March 12, 2022 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Today on the Local Government News Roundup: Yarra City Council announces its new CEO; countback results and another councillor resignation in Victoria; 2020 council election candidates warned over campaign donation returns; a Victorian councillor given a two year bond over falsification of community grants applications; a Qld CEO takes extended leave for health reasons; a temporary reprieve from financial disaster for NSW Councils; and a rev...
Roundup Extra: Local government and small business working together on pandemic recovery
March 10, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBToday on a bonus episode of the Local Government News Roundup, we're talking about local government's role in helping small business bounce back from the pandemic. The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia is the peak body representing the interests of Australian small businesses, and they're keen to highlight opportunities for revitalising business centres in the wake of the pandemic. Its CEO Alexi Boyd is a former Vice President of a local chamber of commerce and is passiona...
🔒 Roundup Extra: Local government and small business working together on pandemic recovery
March 10, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Today on a bonus episode of the Local Government News Roundup, we're talking about local government's role in helping small business bounce back from the pandemic. The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia is the peak body representing the interests of Australian small businesses, and they're keen to highlight opportunities for revitalising business centres in the wake of the pandemic. Its CEO Alexi Boyd is a former Vice Presid...
Supreme Court hearing on political signage; new Infrastructure Victoria CEO announced
March 08, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB9th March 2022: The Bayside political signage dispute heads to the Supreme Court today; the new CEO announced for Infrastructure Victoria; a new leadership program to develop more future women councillors; calls to relocate the Lismore CBD rejected; and east coast city reaction to a nuclear submarine base proposal. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster on all things local government. Links to stories in ...
🔒 Supreme Court hearing on political signage; new Infrastructure Victoria CEO announced
March 08, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 9th March 2022: The Bayside political signage dispute heads to the Supreme Court today; the new CEO announced for Infrastructure Victoria; a new leadership program to develop more future women councillors; calls to relocate the Lismore CBD rejected; and east coast city reaction to a nuclear submarine base proposal. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster on ...
🔒 Councillor Code of Conduct becomes media debate; prestigious honour for Qld Mayor
March 05, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 6th March 2022: Today on the Roundup, a council’s Code of Conduct review draws widespread media attention; Greater Geelong hails victory over the withdrawal of a VCAT appeal; a new world class performing arts centre opens in regional Victoria; the LGNSW Special Conference wraps up; and a prestigious honour for a QLD Mayor. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadca...
Councillor Code of Conduct becomes media debate; prestigious honour for Qld Mayor
March 05, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB6th March 2022: Today on the Roundup, a council’s Code of Conduct review draws widespread media attention; Greater Geelong hails victory over the withdrawal of a VCAT appeal; a new world class performing arts centre opens in regional Victoria; the LGNSW Special Conference wraps up; and a prestigious honour for a QLD Mayor. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster for all things local government. Subscribe to...
🔒 Roundup Extra: Decriminalisation of sex work in Victoria, and what it means for local government
March 03, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Over the next two years, criminal laws associated with consensual adult sex work will be repealed in Victoria. This will have implications for local government and how it carries out its roles in local law enforcement and public health management. On a bonus edition of the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy is joined by Matthew Roberts, Policy Advisor with the independent, non-partisan volunteer group, Sex Work Law Reform Victoria. ...
Roundup Extra: Decriminalisation of sex work in Victoria, and what it means for local government
March 03, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBOver the next two years, criminal laws associated with consensual adult sex work will be repealed in Victoria. This will have implications for local government and how it carries out its roles in local law enforcement and public health management. On a bonus edition of the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy is joined by Matthew Roberts, Policy Advisor with the independent, non-partisan volunteer group, Sex Work Law Reform Victoria. Links: Explanatory note on the new legislation pre...
🔒 Social housing rates exemption abandoned; political signage dispute continues
March 01, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 2nd March 2022: Today on the Roundup, the state government’s social housing rates exemption will not proceed; a political signage row continues in Melbourne; a new councillor for Yarra Ranges; councils react and respond to devastating floods in Qld and NSW; a major funding program announced for Sydney councils; and the role of councils in helping small businesses recover post covid. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the...
Social housing rates exemption abandoned; political signage dispute continues
March 01, 2022 22:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB2nd March 2022: Today on the Roundup, the state government’s social housing rates exemption will not proceed; a political signage row continues in Melbourne; a new councillor for Yarra Ranges; councils react and respond to devastating floods in Qld and NSW; a major funding program announced for Sydney councils; and the role of councils in helping small businesses recover post covid. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Links fo...
"Disastrous consequences": Vic Councils mobilise on social housing rates exemption proposal
February 26, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBToday on the Local Government News Roundup: the Moreland City Council countback to proceed; Councils come out strongly against a state government proposal to exempt social housing from rates; some CEO level news out of Queensland and New South Wales this week; a landmark renewable energy deal for NSW councils; a billion dollar commitment to faster rail welcomed in south east Queensland, and much more from around the world of local government. The Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian ...
🔒 "Disastrous consequences": Vic Councils mobilise on social housing rates exemption proposal
February 26, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Today on the Local Government News Roundup: the Moreland City Council countback to proceed; Councils come out strongly against a state government proposal to exempt social housing from rates; some CEO level news out of Queensland and New South Wales this week; a landmark renewable energy deal for NSW councils; a billion dollar commitment to faster rail welcomed in south east Queensland, and much more from around the world of local government...
Millard resigns; plus alleged ballot paper fraud: Real estate agents warned
February 22, 2022 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBToday on the Local Government News Roundup, the latest Victorian CEO to call time; real estate agents warned over local government election ballot papers; a new social enterprise looking for help from councils; the council trialling public councillor briefing sessions; and an historic handback of land to traditional owners clears a last minute hurdle. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster for all things l...
23rd February 2022 (#99)
February 22, 2022 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MBToday on the Local Government News Roundup, the latest Victorian CEO to call time; real estate agents warned over local government election ballot papers; a new social enterprise looking for help from councils; the council trialling public councillor briefing sessions; and an historic handback of land to traditional owners clears a last minute hurdle. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster for all things l...
🔒 Millard resigns; plus alleged ballot paper fraud: Real estate agents warned
February 22, 2022 23:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Today on the Local Government News Roundup, the latest Victorian CEO to call time; real estate agents warned over local government election ballot papers; a new social enterprise looking for help from councils; the council trialling public councillor briefing sessions; and an historic handback of land to traditional owners clears a last minute hurdle. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Assoc...
20th February 2022 (#98)
February 19, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.21 MBOn today's edition of the Roundup, Hume City Council’s day in court approaches; social housing properties to be exempt from council rates; another NSW CEO is moving on; an increasing number of WA councils are calling for compulsory voting at council elections; and misconduct charges against a Queensland Mayor have been dismissed. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster for all things local government. Subsc...
🔒 Shellharbour CEO resigns; complaint against Qld Mayor dismissed
February 19, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 9.86 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On today's edition of the Roundup, Hume City Council’s day in court approaches; social housing properties to be exempt from council rates; another NSW CEO is moving on; an increasing number of WA councils are calling for compulsory voting at council elections; and misconduct charges against a Queensland Mayor have been dismissed. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national ...
Shellharbour CEO resigns; complaint against Qld Mayor dismissed
February 19, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn today's edition of the Roundup, Hume City Council’s day in court approaches; social housing properties to be exempt from council rates; another NSW CEO is moving on; an increasing number of WA councils are calling for compulsory voting at council elections; and misconduct charges against a Queensland Mayor have been dismissed. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your national broadcaster for all things local government. Subsc...
16th February 2022 (#97)
February 16, 2022 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.45 MBToday on the Roundup, a regionally focussed Commonwealth Games takes a major step forward in Victoria; a long term councillor and a long serving general manager announce their resignations; mayors unite in support of asylum seekers living in local communities; and another win for the regions with the announcement of routes for a new budget airline. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Links to stories referenced can be found in ...
🔒 16th February 2022 (#97)
February 16, 2022 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Today on the Roundup, a regionally focussed Commonwealth Games takes a major step forward in Victoria; a long term councillor and a long serving general manager announce their resignations; mayors unite in support of asylum seekers living in local communities; and another win for the regions with the announcement of routes for a new budget airline. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Associat...
🔒 13th February 2022 (#96)
February 12, 2022 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Today on the Roundup, councillor resignations at Moreland and Mitchell Shire this week; nominations close for the Maroondah by-election; general manager movements at two NSW councils; tough new cat laws for Fremantle; and anti vaccine mandate campaigners force a special council meeting in WA. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. To find out more about the Fast Track Councillor Le...
13th February 2022 (#96)
February 12, 2022 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBToday on the Roundup, councillor resignations at Moreland and Mitchell Shire this week; nominations close for the Maroondah by-election; general manager movements at two NSW councils; tough new cat laws for Fremantle; and anti vaccine mandate campaigners force a special council meeting in WA. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. To find out more about the Fast Track Councillor Leadership Development day on 18th March, visit www....
🔒 9th February 2022 (#95)
February 08, 2022 22:00 - 13 minutes - 9.26 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the midweek edition of the Roundup, the latest Council to explore an exit from aged care services; a council forced to restrict access to a local cemetery due to vandalism; a scathing report into the administration of a local government grants scheme in NSW; and Lismore Council sacks another general manager. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. See transcript for links to sto...
9th February 2022 (#95)
February 08, 2022 22:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBOn the midweek edition of the Roundup, the latest Council to explore an exit from aged care services; a council forced to restrict access to a local cemetery due to vandalism; a scathing report into the administration of a local government grants scheme in NSW; and Lismore Council sacks another general manager. The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. See transcript for links to stories referenced in this episode, or go to the www....
6th February 2022 (#94)
February 05, 2022 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBOn the Local Government News Roundup for 6th February 2022: Charges laid after an investigation into the 2020 Moreland City Council election; advocacy asks ramping up as a federal election looms; a groundbreaking smart city project gets underway in Brimbank; Hobart City Council moves to address concerns over its e-scooter trial; a NSW Council fined over the death of a volunteer; and a major Council construction project cancelled after the discovery of structural defects. Links for stories r...
🔒 6th February 2022 (#94)
February 05, 2022 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Local Government News Roundup for 6th February 2022: Charges laid after an investigation into the 2020 Moreland City Council election; advocacy asks ramping up as a federal election looms; a groundbreaking smart city project gets underway in Brimbank; Hobart City Council moves to address concerns over its e-scooter trial; a NSW Council fined over the death of a volunteer; and a major Council construction project cancelled after the dis...