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Local Government News Roundup

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Australia’s no.1 podcast for local government news and views, hosted by veteran media presenter and senior executive Chris Eddy. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association.

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🔒 Roundup Extra - WiFi Hotspots for Families in Need - Interview with Coralie Kouvelas

November 05, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. An innovative idea out of Thomastown Library in Melbourne’s north is gaining attention across Australia and overseas. This Australian first involves providing free wifi hotspots to families who might not otherwise be able to access the internet - an essential service at the best of times, let alone during regular COVID lockdowns. To find out more about the idea, I invited Coralie Kouvelas, the Thomastown Library branch manager to join me in...

Roundup Extra - WiFi Hotspots for Families in Need - Interview with Coralie Kouvelas

November 05, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

An innovative idea out of Thomastown Library in Melbourne’s north is gaining attention across Australia and overseas. This Australian first involves providing free wifi hotspots to families who might not otherwise be able to access the internet - an essential service at the best of times, let alone during regular COVID lockdowns. To find out more about the idea, I invited Coralie Kouvelas, the Thomastown Library branch manager to join me in the virtual Roundup studio. Read more in this ar...

🔒 3rd November 2021 (#70)

November 02, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… the EPA’s first chief investigator appointed; Kingston Council heeds advice in changing its housing strategy; some mayoral election updates; sad news on the passing of a sitting South Australian councillor; and a new strategic alliance formed in regional Queensland. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance organisation supp...

3rd November 2021 (#70)

November 02, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

On the Roundup today… the EPA’s first chief investigator appointed; Kingston Council heeds advice in changing its housing strategy; some mayoral election updates; sad news on the passing of a sitting South Australian councillor; and a new strategic alliance formed in regional Queensland. 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 hig...

31st October 2021 (#69)

October 30, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On the Roundup today… a report finds widespread noncompliance with Councillor personal interest return requirements; councils named as the most complained about public bodies by the Ombudsman; an olive branch extended at a troubled Sydney council, as the Minister threatens to step in; and Dubbo Council releases the results of its code of conduct complaints audit. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent g...

🔒 31st October 2021 (#69)

October 30, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.88 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… a report finds widespread noncompliance with Councillor personal interest return requirements; councils named as the most complained about public bodies by the Ombudsman; an olive branch extended at a troubled Sydney council, as the Minister threatens to step in; and Dubbo Council releases the results of its code of conduct complaints audit. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victor...

27th October 2021 (#68)

October 26, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

On the Roundup today… Swan Hill’s unvaccinated CEO resigns; new state electoral boundaries to be released this week; Greater Shepparton elects its Mayor and Deputy Mayor; nominations open for NSW council elections; the Sydney council that can’t achieve a quorum for seven consecutive meetings; and controversial water reforms to proceed in New Zealand. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance org...

🔒 27th October 2021 (#68)

October 26, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… Swan Hill’s unvaccinated CEO resigns; new state electoral boundaries to be released this week; Greater Shepparton elects its Mayor and Deputy Mayor; nominations open for NSW council elections; the Sydney council that can’t achieve a quorum for seven consecutive meetings; and controversial water reforms to proceed in New Zealand. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Gov...

🔒 24th October 2021 (#67)

October 23, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 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 ...

24th October 2021 (#67)

October 23, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

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 co...

20th October 2021 (#66)

October 19, 2021 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MB

On the Roundup today… the Victorian Government announces an injection of funding for councils and businesses for covid-safe outdoor hospitality; Yarra Council’s parklet fee plan revisited; the results are in from Western Australian local government elections; nominations about to open for NSW elections; and a council’s finances to be subject to independent review. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent ...

🔒 20th October 2021 (#66)

October 19, 2021 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… the Victorian Government announces an injection of funding for councils and businesses for covid-safe outdoor hospitality; Yarra Council’s parklet fee plan revisited; the results are in from Western Australian local government elections; nominations about to open for NSW elections; and a council’s finances to be subject to independent review. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victo...

🔒 17th October 2021 (#65)

October 16, 2021 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… 9000 ballot packs go missing in the South Gippsland Shire Council election; a CEO talks about being trolled over a mandatory vaccination stance for staff; the deamalgamation question set to be put to residents of Inner West council; and opposition builds to a new waste from energy facility in New South Wales. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association,...

17th October 2021 (#65)

October 16, 2021 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

On the Roundup today… 9000 ballot packs go missing in the South Gippsland Shire Council election; a CEO talks about being trolled over a mandatory vaccination stance for staff; the deamalgamation question set to be put to residents of Inner West council; and opposition builds to a new waste from energy facility in New South Wales. 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...

Roundup Extra - The Bass Coast Vaccination Policy, with Ali Wastie

October 15, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.74 MB

Bass Coast Shire Council last week became the first council in Victoria to require all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19. When CEO Ali Wastie announced the policy, she was unprepared for the media attention and the trolling that would follow. On a new Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks with Ali Wastie about the reasoning behind the decision, the impact on her organisation and community, and if she would do anything differently next time. If you'd like to support the Roundup by making...

🔒 Roundup Extra - The Bass Coast Vaccination Policy, with Ali Wastie

October 15, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Bass Coast Shire Council last week became the first council in Victoria to require all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19. When CEO Ali Wastie announced the policy, she was unprepared for the media attention and the trolling that would follow. On a new Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks with Ali Wastie about the reasoning behind the decision, the impact on her organisation and community, and if she would do anything differently next time...

13th October 2021 (#64)

October 12, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

On the Roundup today… the Victorian Ombudsman releases her Kingston Council investigation report, with no evidence of corruption found; significant reforms to the NSW rate peg methodology announced; Casey and Cardinia Libraries to go their separate ways; Tasmanian general manager recruitment processes under the spotlight; a new claim to local government’s largest renewable energy collaboration; and a local government sets a new Guiness World Record. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup,...

🔒 13th October 2021 (#64)

October 12, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… the Victorian Ombudsman releases her Kingston Council investigation report, with no evidence of corruption found; significant reforms to the NSW rate peg methodology announced; Casey and Cardinia Libraries to go their separate ways; Tasmanian general manager recruitment processes under the spotlight; a new claim to local government’s largest renewable energy collaboration; and a local government sets a new Guiness World ...

10th October 2021 (#63)

October 09, 2021 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

On the Roundup today… vaccination requirements announced to access Council facilities in the City of Melbourne; rural Victorian Councils celebrate major grant funding announcements;  a new study quantifies the housing crisis in western Queensland; the countdown to Western Australia council elections enters its final week, and more senior executive appointment news. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent...

🔒 10th October 2021 (#63)

October 09, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… vaccination requirements announced to access Council facilities in the City of Melbourne; rural Victorian Councils celebrate major grant funding announcements;  a new study quantifies the housing crisis in western Queensland; the countdown to Western Australia council elections enters its final week, and more senior executive appointment news. Just some of what’s ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Vict...

6th October 2021 (#62)

October 05, 2021 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.49 MB

On the Roundup today… the first Council to mandate COVID 19 vaccinations for its entire staff; a city council attracts criticism over a plan to charge traders for using parking spaces for outdoor dining; major road construction contracts awarded for Melbourne’s southeast; and the launch of a new national plan for closing the gap. Just some of what’s ahead on   the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance organisation supportin...

🔒 6th October 2021 (#62)

October 05, 2021 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.23 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… the first Council to mandate COVID 19 vaccinations for its entire staff; a city council attracts criticism over a plan to charge traders for using parking spaces for outdoor dining; major road construction contracts awarded for Melbourne’s southeast; and the launch of a new national plan for closing the gap. Just some of what’s ahead on   the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association...

🔒 3rd October 2021 (#61)

October 02, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… news from Victorian councils on topics including January 26th, level crossing removals, and climate response; a Western Australian Council abandons a staff vaccine incentive proposal after a community backlash; CEO and mayoral announcements, and advocacy updates from New South Wales; a massive funding shortfall identified this week for UK Councils. Just some of what’s ahead on   the Roundup, which is brought to you by t...

3rd October 2021 (#61)

October 02, 2021 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

On the Roundup today… news from Victorian councils on topics including January 26th, level crossing removals, and climate response; a Western Australian Council abandons a staff vaccine incentive proposal after a community backlash; CEO and mayoral announcements, and advocacy updates from New South Wales; a massive funding shortfall identified this week for UK Councils. Just some of what’s ahead on   the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an inde...

🔒 Roundup Extra - New Report: Climate Costs and Risks to Councils

October 01, 2021 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.54 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. The Climate Council of Australia has released a new report on the Climate Costs and Risks to Councils.  The impacts of climate change are felt most acutely at the local level, and this new report uses case studies and data to arrive at a 4 key findings, and 22 recommendations for responding in a way that can bring benefits to communities, create local jobs and bring long term savings for Councils. In this Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks wi...

Roundup Extra - New Report: Climate Costs and Risks to Councils

October 01, 2021 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MB

The Climate Council of Australia has released a new report on the Climate Costs and Risks to Councils.  The impacts of climate change are felt most acutely at the local level, and this new report uses case studies and data to arrive at a 4 key findings, and 22 recommendations for responding in a way that can bring benefits to communities, create local jobs and bring long term savings for Councils. In this Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks with Dr Portia Odell, Director of the Cities Power P...

29th September 2021 (#60)

September 28, 2021 22:00 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MB

On the Roundup today… regional Victorian councils at the centre of new vaccinated economy trials; a defamation case against a former mayor settles out of court; the much anticipated Central Coast public inquiry suspended amid technical issues; and the cost of deferring NSW council elections. Just some of what’s ahead on the midweek update from the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance organisation supporting councils and co...

🔒 29th September 2021 (#60)

September 28, 2021 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.79 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… regional Victorian councils at the centre of new vaccinated economy trials; a defamation case against a former mayor settles out of court; the much anticipated Central Coast public inquiry suspended amid technical issues; and the cost of deferring NSW council elections. Just some of what’s ahead on the midweek update from the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent ...

🔒 26th September 2021 (#59)

September 25, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.93 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… new household waste disposal contracts secured for 30 Melbourne councils; the city of Melbourne set to turn inside out; sector reform discussions to commence in Tasmania; a report released revealing the reasons for a Council CEO’s sacking; and lots of councillor and senior executive news to roundup. Just some of what’s ahead on the weekend edition of the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance...

26th September 2021 (#59)

September 25, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

On the Roundup today… new household waste disposal contracts secured for 30 Melbourne councils; the city of Melbourne set to turn inside out; sector reform discussions to commence in Tasmania; a report released revealing the reasons for a Council CEO’s sacking; and lots of councillor and senior executive news to roundup. Just some of what’s ahead on the weekend edition of the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance organisati...

22nd September 2021 (#58)

September 22, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MB

On the Roundup today… nominations close for the South Gippsland council election; Loddon Shire appoints a new CEO; moves to strengthen NSW Councils against corruption; and a push to have the Shepparton Bypass listed as a national priority. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions and podcasts. And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Council...

🔒 22nd September 2021 (#58)

September 22, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… nominations close for the South Gippsland council election; Loddon Shire appoints a new CEO; moves to strengthen NSW Councils against corruption; and a push to have the Shepparton Bypass listed as a national priority. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions and podcasts. And by Hunt...

19th September 2021 (#57)

September 18, 2021 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

On the Roundup today… the City of Melbourne’s homeless accommodation project gets a big boost; a funding increase for Victoria’s public libraries; the mayoral election decided by just two votes; a council reconsiders a staff vaccination payment scheme; and new voting rules announced for England’s mayoral elections. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions...

🔒 19th September 2021 (#57)

September 18, 2021 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… the City of Melbourne’s homeless accommodation project gets a big boost; a funding increase for Victoria’s public libraries; the mayoral election decided by just two votes; a council reconsiders a staff vaccination payment scheme; and new voting rules announced for England’s mayoral elections. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of th...

Roundup Extra - Medicinal Cannabis Proposal by Maribyrnong City Council

September 15, 2021 03:00 - 9 minutes - 6.83 MB

On a new Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks with the Mayor of Maribyrnong City Council, Cr Michael Clarke, about a controversial proposal to explore the production of medicinal cannabis as an alternative revenue stream to rates. Link: Maribyrnong City Council - Medicinal Cannabis Survey If you'd like to support the Roundup by making a small contribution, check out our new subscription option here The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Associat...

🔒 Roundup Extra - Medicinal Cannabis Proposal by Maribyrnong City Council

September 15, 2021 03:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On a new Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks with the Mayor of Maribyrnong City Council, Cr Michael Clarke, about a controversial proposal to explore the production of medicinal cannabis as an alternative revenue stream to rates. Link: Maribyrnong City Council - Medicinal Cannabis Survey Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here...

🔒 15th September 2021 (#56)

September 15, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… the Melbourne council looking to medicinal cannibis for an alternative revenue stream; Kingston Council announces the appointment of its new CEO; A Western Australian council sacks its CEO; and the Sydney mayors finally get their meeting with the NSW premier. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube pa...

15th September 2021 (#56)

September 15, 2021 00:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

On the Roundup today… the Melbourne council looking to medicinal cannibis for an alternative revenue stream; Kingston Council announces the appointment of its new CEO; A Western Australian council sacks its CEO; and the Sydney mayors finally get their meeting with the NSW premier. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions and podcasts. And by Hunt & Hunt ...

🔒 12th September 2021 (#55)

September 11, 2021 23:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… municipal monitors for two Victorian Councils; calls for a more localised vaccination approach in areas with low take up rates; a massive infrastructure program announced for Queensland; and vandals targeting QR codes at Melbourne playgrounds. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of panel discussions and podc...

12th September 2021 (#55)

September 11, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

On the Roundup today… municipal monitors for two Victorian Councils; calls for a more localised vaccination approach in areas with low take up rates; a massive infrastructure program announced for Queensland; and vandals targeting QR codes at Melbourne playgrounds. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of panel discussions and podcasts. And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advi...

8th September 2021 (#54)

September 07, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 9.84 MB

On the Roundup today…bold new investment attraction plan launched by Melton City Council; senior appointments and mayoral updates from two states; East Gippsland calls for urgent action from the Premier; and Mayor reacts strongly to the removal of a Council’s flags under cover of darkness. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podcasts and YouTube programs;  And by Hunt & Hunt...

🔒 8th September 2021 (#54)

September 07, 2021 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today…bold new investment attraction plan launched by Melton City Council; senior appointments and mayoral updates from two states; East Gippsland calls for urgent action from the Premier; and Mayor reacts strongly to the removal of a Council’s flags under cover of darkness. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of p...

🔒 5th September 2021 (#53)

September 04, 2021 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.57 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… sector leading gender gap measures introduced at a Victorian Council; a public inquiry announced into a NSW council; pilot councils named for Victoria’s e-scooter trial; the start of a 24 hour cat curfew deferred; and a de-amalgamation proposal to be put to voters. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podc...

5th September 2021 (#53)

September 04, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MB

On the Roundup today… sector leading gender gap measures introduced at a Victorian Council; a public inquiry announced into a NSW council; pilot councils named for Victoria’s e-scooter trial; the start of a 24 hour cat curfew deferred; and a de-amalgamation proposal to be put to voters. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podcasts and YouTube programs;  And by Hunt & Hunt La...

Roundup Extra - Pledging Respect

September 02, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.56 MB

Perhaps more so than ever before, the culture of the local government sector across the country is under the microscope.  With Council elections coming up in two states before the end of this year, and a wide ranging cultural review under way in Victoria, the Roundup takes a closer look at efforts to draw a line in the sand, and set expectations and standards for respectful and appropriate behaviour at the third level of government in our nation.  This Roundup Extra features Cr Kylie Spear...

🔒 Roundup Extra - Pledging Respect

September 02, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Perhaps more so than ever before, the culture of the local government sector across the country is under the microscope.  With Council elections coming up in two states before the end of this year, and a wide ranging cultural review under way in Victoria, the Roundup takes a closer look at efforts to draw a line in the sand, and set expectations and standards for respectful and appropriate behaviour at the third level of government in our na...

🔒 1st September 2021 (#52)

September 01, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… Victoria’s Local Government minister to take leave for health reasons; two mayors challenge each others’ communities to a vaccination race; Sydney mayors rejected by the NSW Premier; and the result of a review into Brisbane Council’s bird management policies after the tragic death of a baby.  Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the...

1st September 2021 (#52)

September 01, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 9.84 MB

On the Roundup today… Victoria’s Local Government minister to take leave for health reasons; two mayors challenge each others’ communities to a vaccination race; Sydney mayors rejected by the NSW Premier; and the result of a review into Brisbane Council’s bird management policies after the tragic death of a baby.  Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podcasts and YouTube progr...

🔒 29th August 2021 (#51)

August 28, 2021 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.45 MB

Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. On the Roundup today… a review of the culture of Victorian councils gets underway; rural councils argue for a lighter level of covid restrictions; South Australian libraries turn down a government funding offer; mandatory risk management requirements on the way for NSW councils; and the US city cracking down on whips in public places. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Ass...

29th August 2021 (#51)

August 28, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MB

On the Roundup today… a review of the culture of Victorian councils gets underway; rural councils argue for a lighter level of covid restrictions; South Australian libraries turn down a government funding offer; mandatory risk management requirements on the way for NSW councils; and the US city cracking down on whips in public places. Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podca...

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