VLGA Connect
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TGU: “An illusion that dissipates fairly quickly”
April 19, 2024 02:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBThis week, Chris Eddy and Tony Raunic are joined on the TGU panel by Kendrea Pope to discuss the week’s local government news, including: The release of the municipal monitors’ report for Glenelg Shire Council A councillor under fire for an appearance at a pro-Palestine rally More parks closed due to asbestos contamination CEOs and GMs caught up in political dramas The cost of a Queensland mayoral induction questioned Brought to you by the VLGA and sponsored by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers Sup...
TGU: Monitors, asbestos and pushing back on cost-shifting
April 12, 2024 01:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBThe TGU panel this week looks at the latest appointment of municipal monitors to the City of Greater Geelong. Plus more suburban parks closed after the discovery of asbestos; a council to stop maintaining state government assets in a push back against cost-shifting; the call for an overhaul of disaster recovery funding to councils; and much more on the list of the week’s local government related news stories. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered b...
Local Leaders - Cr Jenna Davey-Burns, Mayor Kingston City Council
April 08, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes - 21.3 MBJoining Chris Eddy on VLGA Connect Local Leaders today is the Mayor of Kingston City Council, Cr Jenna Davey-Burns. Hear about Cr Davey-Burns' journey to local government leadership, her dedication as a foster carer, her commitment to fostering positive relationships with other levels of government, and her thoughts on how to tackle the rising incivility and hostile behaviour targeting political leaders. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the...
TGU: Reminiscences, resignations and appointments
April 05, 2024 01:00 - 38 minutes - 26.9 MBThe TGU team is back and taking a walk down memory lane as the sector marks 30 years since the amalgamation of Victorian councils. Also this week, new Council CEOs appointed, another resigns, a rescission motion is lost, and a council Facebook page disappears. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to vlg...
TGU: Arrivals and departures
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBOn TGU this week, the Lord Mayor of the City of Melbourne announces her departure; a Council CEO moving on to a new role; a new Chair appointed to the Local Government Grants Commission; Geelong returns to the G21 fold; and much more local government news to discuss on the TGU panel. Plus a bonus interview special with Tony Raunic and Scott Hodges. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please c...
TGU: AI risk management, green wedge plans, and a new inquiry
March 22, 2024 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBOn TGU this week, reflections on AI risk management for councils; the state government responds to Operation Sandon and releases new green wedge management plans; a new inquiry announced into the sustainability of local government and much more. Brought to you by the VLGA and Hunt & Hunt Lawyers. Story list with links in Transcript Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If ...
TGU: A social media pile-on without much credibility
March 15, 2024 02:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBOn TGU this week, a new conduct finding leads to another councillor suspension; a place naming policy becomes controversial in regional Victoria; Yarra’s push to charge owners of large vehicles higher parking fees; Warrnambool expresses its concerns after offshore wind farm announcement; a new mayoral advisory panel announced; and much more including the council that is trying to ban scrolling in public. Brought to you by the VLGA and Hunt & Hunt Lawyers. Support the show To learn more ab...
TGU: ‘The CEO has the right to do that’
March 08, 2024 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBWelcome to the 8th March edition of TGU The Governance Update with the ‘A Team’ of Julie Reid and Tony Raunic, joined this week again by Steve Cooper. TGU is proudly presented by the Victorian Local Governance Association. On this International Women’s Day the Panel discussed the VLGA Event on 5 March to release the 2023 findings of the ARC Linkage Grant Research Project, ‘Women in Local Government:Understanding Their Political Trajectories’ with researchers Professors Leah Ruppaner and And...
In Conversation: Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGiU
March 04, 2024 21:00 - 34 minutes - 24.6 MBJoining Chris Eddy on VLGA Connect from London is Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive of the Local Government Information Unit (LGIU), to discuss a stark new report on the financial state of the UK local government sector. With a number of UK councils having already declared effective bankruptcy, and more likely to follow, Jonathan reveals the reasons for the crisis and how the sector is responding. The survey reveals a disturbing low level of confidence from within councils about their cap...
TGU: Nautical but nice
March 01, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThis week, with Chris Eddy away on a mystery international assignment, regular panellists Julie Reid and Tony Raunic are joined by Steve Cooper to dissect the week’s local government news. The panel discuss the mooted local government conduct changes, VEC ward boundary reviews, emergency management, vandalism of public art, a contentious planning application and some Scottish push-back against central government interference. The episode includes an interview with South Gippsland Shire CEO...
TGU: A planning scheme ‘tweak’, ceasefire motions disrupt, and a push to pay for dog waste bags
February 23, 2024 01:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBThe TGU panel dissects the week’s local government news, including a tweak to existing use rights in Victorian planning schemes; more meetings disrupted over ceasefire calls; a council clean up initiative rubbished in the media; a councillor’s call for a charge on dog waste bags; and councils on the frontline of recovery efforts after more storms and bushfires. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLG...
Local Leaders - Cr Robyn Gulline, Mayor, Horsham Rural City Council
February 19, 2024 20:00 - 29 minutes - 21.3 MBVLGA Connect's popular Local Leaders is back for a new season in 2024. First up this year is the four-term Mayor of Horsham Rural City Council, Cr Robyn Gulline, who shares with Chris Eddy her approach to the role as a first-term councillor, thoughts of dealing with conduct issues across the sector, local challenges and future plans. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If ...
TGU: Changes to Council electoral structures, monitors, petitions and major events
February 16, 2024 02:00 - 53 minutes - 37.2 MBThis week on TGU, Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid discuss the week’s major local government news, which includes the announcement of structural changes for 39 Victorian councils ahead of elections later this year. Also: monitors start work at Brimbank and finish up at Greater Geelong; conflict in the Middle East continues to impact local council meetings; a major event in Mornington Peninsula relocated, while a city mayor makes a plea to Taylor Swift. Support the show To learn more...
An AI first, a planning oopsie, and Taylor Swift!
February 09, 2024 01:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBThis week on TGU, Chris Eddy and Julie Reid are joined by guest panellist Kendrea Pope to discuss the week’s big local government stories, including: The potential return of sacked former councillors The impact of electoral representation reviews and ward boundary reviews on Victorian councils ahead of this year’s elections A council leads the way with its new AI policy New data suggests a weak link between short-stay rentals and housing supply A UK council planning mistake leads to reputati...
TGU: Conduct reforms, monitors appointed, and misconduct matters
February 02, 2024 01:00 - 47 minutes - 33.1 MBTGU is back for 2024 with Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid discussing some of the latest local government developments, including: Municipal monitors for Moonee Valley; a Darebin councillor suspended for misconduct; a CEO departs the sector for a state government role; a major review of the local government financial model in NSW; and should councils be sponsoring sporting clubs? Brought to you by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers and VLGA Connect. Support the show To learn more about the events...
TGU: Resignations, appointments and a mayoral sleigh
December 15, 2023 01:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBOn the final TGU for the year, the panel brings you the week’s big local government stories including a Council meeting that turned ugly; CEO and Councillor appointments, resignations and a sacking; Christmas goes missing in one municipality, and the return of the age-old debate on Christmas decorations. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about...
TGU: Suspensions, extensions and interventions
December 08, 2023 02:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBOn the agenda this week, the suspension of Strathbogie Shire and the installation of an interim administrator; a councillor facing a four month suspension after a conduct panel ruling; a new executive team announced sending ripples through three councils and a peak body; plus a damning Ombudsman report into public sector politicisation and a government intervention in a Canadian council. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local ...
TGU - The neverending countback
December 01, 2023 03:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBThe TGU team is back to unpack the week’s local government news, including the council position that nobody wants; councillors claim unsafe work environment; council work practices in question; a councillor passes; a CEO appointed and much more. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to [email protected] or ...
TGU: The neverending countback
December 01, 2023 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBThe TGU team is back to unpack the week’s local government news, including the council position that nobody wants; councillors claim unsafe work environment; council work practices in question; a councillor passes; a CEO appointed and much more. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to [email protected] or...
In Conversation With: Sven Bluemmel, Victorian Electoral Commissioner
November 27, 2023 21:00 - 24 minutes - 17.8 MBIn a new episode of VLGA Connect, Chris Eddy welcomes the recently appointed Victorian Electoral Commissioner Sven Bluemmel for a conversation about his career journey, and the work that is underway preparing for next year's round of local government elections across the state. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send u...
TGU: Reforms, quorums and… guns?
November 24, 2023 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBThis week on TGU with Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid, new conduct reforms announced for Victorian councils; the OHS implications of war-related motions; Councils fail to maintain quorum; a countback fails; and overseas, an increasing number of ‘neutrality motions’ and court rules guns are allowed in Council meetings! Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd lik...
TGU: Speed limits, cost-shifting and the 4 day working week
November 17, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBOn the TGU agenda this week - Glenelg monitors revealed; a 30 kph speed limit extension; councils standing up to cost-shifting; the Ombudsman investigates a 7-year building permit saga; the 4-day working week on trial in Victoria and the UK; plus more of the week's local government news with Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you...
TGU: Councils take a stand on international issues, and a mayor suspended
November 10, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBOn TGU today, the team discusses Merri-bek Council’s controversial resolution on Gaza; tragedy strikes two council communities; monitors start Monday at Glenelg, but who are they?; Strathbogie Council asked to show why it shouldn’t be suspended; a NSW mayor suspended for serious corrupt conduct; should councils operate mobile speed cameras?; and much more on the agenda for your weekly discussion on all things local government with Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid. Support the show To...
Local Leaders - Cr Denise Massoud, Whitehorse City Council/VLGA President
November 06, 2023 21:00 - 24 minutes - 17.7 MBJoining Chris Eddy on Local Leaders today is Cr Denise Massoud, a former mayor and deputy mayor at Whitehorse City Council, and the current President of the Victorian Local Governance Association. Denise talks about her passion for community and a story of frustration that led to her eventually becoming a councillor; how long-term councillors can continue to play an active role in the community; and the responsibility to foster the next generation of local leaders. Denise also shares her p...
TGU: Appeal dismissed, more municipal monitors, and a hot potato!
November 03, 2023 01:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBOn the TGU menu this week, Chris Eddy and Tony Raunic discuss the pending appointment of municipal monitors to Glenelg Shire Council; a Council CEO responds to inaccurate media reporting on the removal of posters relating to the Israel/Gaza conflict; a Supreme Court rejects a former councillor’s appeal against an arbiter’s finding of misconduct; mayoral election results; a new CEO appointed; a unique community campaign about e-scooter behaviour; and much more news from around the world of lo...
Local Leaders - Cr Jennifer Anderson, Macedon Ranges Shire Council
October 30, 2023 21:00 - 22 minutes - 16.5 MBCr Jennifer Anderson is today's guest on Local Leaders. Cr Anderson has been mayor of Macedon Ranges Shire five times, and is the current deputy mayor. She speaks with Chris Eddy about how she manages balancing a busy GP practice with her local government career; how her approach to council leadership has changed over time; and the value her broader sector representation role brings to the local community. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by ...
Local Leaders - Cr Hadi Saab, Mayor Kingston City Council
October 25, 2023 21:00 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MBToday's guest on Local Leaders is Cr Hadi Saab, the Mayor of Kingston City Council. Cr Saab is a Druze first-generation Australian born to Lebanese and Syrian parents. He talks to Chris Eddy about his motivations for getting into local government, the progress made this year on significant issues for the Kingston community, and his commitment to improving transparency and community consultation. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victori...
Local Leaders - Dr Josh Fergeus, Monash City Councillor
October 23, 2023 21:00 - 25 minutes - 18.1 MBToday's guest on Local Leaders is Dr. Josh Fergeus, the Vice President of the VLGA and a councillor at the City of Monash. Josh has a background in social work and a doctorate in foster care and mental health, and is passionate about social justice and the well-being of vulnerable populations, particularly children in the child protection system. He is also the CEO of the charity Kevin Hines Grow, which supports people with disabilities and mental health conditions. Josh believes in the ...
TGU: Let’s all work together and solve this problem!
October 20, 2023 02:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBOn TGU this week, a call for an overhaul of planning laws in relation to developers; a councillor in court over a fire prevention order; a new homelessness initiative launched in Yarra; IBAC’s new commissioner announced; another councillor resignation; the NT council suspended by the government; deja vu out of New South Wales, and much more local government news. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (V...
Children's Week Panel - Children's Participation, 19th October 2023
October 20, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBSupport the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to [email protected] or call us on 03 9349 7999
Local Leaders - Jacqui Weatherill, CEO, City of Greater Dandenong
October 16, 2023 21:00 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MBJacqui Weatherill is the CEO of Greater Dandenong City Council, is the most multicultural municipality in Australia. She and her council are passionate about working with diverse and disadvantaged communities. Jacqui talks to Chris Eddy about her career path leading to her taking up the role at Greater Dandenong in late 2022. Her local government career began in the 1980s, and for a time Jacqui was the CEO of Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, before returning to the sector as CEO of ...
TGU: Prayers, briefing sessions and 16 year old mayors
October 13, 2023 01:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBJoin Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid for TGU, your weekly rundown of local government happenings from VLGA Connect. Topics for discussion this week include Australian councils reacting to events in the Middle East; the ongoing use of Council prayers; opening briefing sessions to the public; cat curfews; VCAT decisions; sector arrivals and departures; Roundup usage by Melbourne councils; the new Melbourne YIMBY movement; and a move in Malta to allow 16 and 17 year olds to be elected m...
Local Leaders - Cr Lara Carli, Mayor, City of Melton
October 09, 2023 21:00 - 15 minutes - 11.6 MBThe Mayor of Melton City Council, Cr Lara Carli, joins Chris Eddy on Local Leaders to discuss the challenges and excitement of managing the fastest growing municipality in Australia. Cr Carli says the affordability of housing and the presence of hidden gems like wineries and parks are attracting people to Melton in ever increasing numbers. She emphasizes the importance of public transport and employment opportunities in the city. Mayor Carli discusses the upcoming council elections and the...
Global Panel - Harmonious Decision Making
October 06, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBRecorded Thursday , 7th September 2023 Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to [email protected] or call us on 03 9349 7999
TGU: Abuse of elected members a global problem
October 06, 2023 02:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBVLGA Connect - TGU, 6th October 2023 Julie Reid returns to the TGU panel with Chris Eddy and Tony Raunic to look at the week in local government news. Stories include state government announcements about residential land tax and an extension of an e-scooter trial; a historic joint meeting of three councils in Melbourne’s north; Glen Eira considers closing council-run childcare centres; the council that asked its community if councillors should get a pay rise - the answer probably won’t surp...
Local Leaders - Carl Cowie, CEO Nillumbik Shire Council
October 02, 2023 21:00 - 22 minutes - 16.5 MBAs a local government CEO, Carl Cowie keeps a low profile in the sector - preferring to focus his efforts on delivering for "the people who pay me." VLGA Connect has secured a rare interview with Carl, who made the move from the private sector to local government originally as CEO of Mornington Peninsula Shire Council. He was recently signed up for a second term leading Nillumbik Shire Council, the green wedge shire on Melbourne's outskirts. Hear Carl's thoughts on the financial sustainab...
TGU: “His impact on local government cannot be denied”
September 29, 2023 02:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBVLGA Connect: TGU, 29th September 2023 Chris Eddy and Tony Raunic unpack the latest local government news, including a change of Premier in Victoria and the likely impact on the sector; more reaction to the government’s housing and planning reforms; a new conduct panel decision leading to a three month councillor suspension; a mistake rectified after 12 years; the insurance market impacts on council projects; and the council technology solution dramatically reducing wildlife roadkills. Supp...
Local Leaders - Brett Davis, CEO, Moyne Shire Council
September 27, 2023 22:00 - 24 minutes - 17.5 MBToday's guest on VLGA Connect's Local Leaders series is Brett Davis, the CEO of Moyne Shire Council in south west Victoria. Brett has a background in local government and planning, and his planning experience has helped him in his role as CEO. Moyne Shire has implemented innovative initiatives, such as key worker housing in caravan parks, to address housing challenges. The shire is also dealing with the impacts of wind farms, with six in operation, four under construction, and four more pl...
Local Leaders - Cr Joseph Haweil, Mayor, Hume City Council
September 25, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MB"There's a real awakening, especially amongst young people, about the fact that their world is changing and the circumstances in which they're living really need strong and in some cases, dare I say, radical interventions to ensure that their future and standard of living is not only commensurate with those of those of the people who came before them, but better in some ways." Mayor Joseph Haweil is currently serving his second term as mayor of Hume City Council. He is focused during his m...
The sector responds to housing and planning reforms
September 22, 2023 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32.8 MBVLGA Connect - TGU, 22nd September 2023 It was the week the government unveiled its new housing statement and reforms to the Victorian planning system. How has the local government sector responded? Chris Eddy and Tony Raunic look at the major changes and reactions so far. Also this week, waste charges take the media spotlight, new data shows most council-run airports are running at a loss and need more government support, and Julie Reid reports from London on the challenges faced by the...
TGU: The sector responds to housing and planning reforms
September 22, 2023 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32.8 MBVLGA Connect - TGU, 22nd September 2023 It was the week the government unveiled its new housing statement and reforms to the Victorian planning system. How has the local government sector responded? Chris Eddy and Tony Raunic look at the major changes and reactions so far. Also this week, waste charges take the media spotlight, new data shows most council-run airports are running at a loss and need more government support, and Julie Reid reports from London on the challenges faced by the...
Local Leaders - Mark Dupe, CEO, Baw Baw Shire Council
September 18, 2023 22:00 - 22 minutes - 16.5 MBToday's guest on Local Leaders with Chris Eddy is the CEO of Baw Baw Shire Council, Mark Dupe. Mark has a background in finance and IT, with experience in the private sector before joining local government. He lived and worked in various locations around the world, including Lisbon, Hong Kong, and the United States, before taking up his first local government tole in 2001. Mark believes in embracing technology and sees the potential of AI for local government. He sees the main challenges...
TGU: "We don’t go where we’re not welcome"
September 15, 2023 02:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBOn TGU from VLGA Connect this week: The Block pulls out of Hepburn Shire; a new statewide levy short stay accommodation mooted; a council to withdraw fines over a technicality; councils align on regional advocacy and funding programs; a GM’s sacking remains on hold; and do we feed the peacocks? Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podca...
"We don’t go where we’re not welcome"
September 15, 2023 02:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBOn TGU from VLGA Connect this week: The Block pulls out of Hepburn Shire; a new statewide levy short stay accommodation mooted; a council to withdraw fines over a technicality; councils align on regional advocacy and funding programs; a GM’s sacking remains on hold; and do we feed the peacocks? Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast...
Local Leaders - Cr Karen Foster, Mayor Moyne Shire Council
September 13, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MBSitting down with Chris Eddy for today's Local Leaders episode is Cr Karen Foster, the mayor of Moyne Shire Council in southwest Victoria. "There's nothing wrong with being a good and decent person and a kind person. There's nothing wrong with being prepared to listen to other perspectives. It may just shift your own a little bit." Cr Foster is a first term councillor and first-time Mayor, and has been enjoying the role. She has a background in journalism and PR, and has a passion for gov...
Local Leaders - Cr Rob Amos, Mayor Campaspe Shire Council
September 11, 2023 22:00 - 24 minutes - 17.9 MBToday's guest on Local Leaders is Cr Rob Amos, the Mayor of Campaspe Shire Council. "I love what I do. It's very, very busy, particularly this year with the floods recovery stuff. But I absolutely love it." Cr Amos is in his first term as a councillor. He talks about the challenges of learning and adapting to the role, while dealing with challenges such as floods and the ongoing recovery process. He believes that there needs to be more trust and flexibility in the funding and decision-m...
Operation Sandon series - with Professor Roberta Ryan
September 10, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.7 MBAs part of the VLGA Connect Operation Sandon series, Kathryn Arndt and Chris Eddy are joined by Roberta Ryan, professor of local government at the University of Newcastle. Prof. Ryan was an expert witness during the Operation Sandon enquiry, and gives her perspective on proposed changes to the planning framework and recommendations to bring more independence to council's management of the CEO employment relationship. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training ...
TGU: A questionable apology, a peak body responds, and a contribution from Scotland
September 08, 2023 03:00 - 48 minutes - 34.4 MBVLGA Connect, TGU - 8th September 2023 This week on TGU, a regional councillor ordered to apologise for social media activity; the narrative on councils’ role in housing shortages challenged; new research on perceptions of corruption; what keeps CEOs awake at night; and Julie Reid reports from Scotland on current local government issues and challenges. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), pleas...
A questionable apology, a peak body responds, and a contribution from Scotland
September 08, 2023 03:00 - 48 minutes - 34.4 MBVLGA Connect, TGU - 8th September 2023 This week on TGU, a regional councillor ordered to apologise for social media activity; the narrative on councils’ role in housing shortages challenged; new research on perceptions of corruption; what keeps CEOs awake at night; and Julie Reid reports from Scotland on current local government issues and challenges. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please ...
Local Leaders - Cr Tammy Radford, Mayor Cardinia Shire Council
September 06, 2023 22:00 - 22 minutes - 16.5 MBJoining Chris Eddy on today's Local Leaders episode is Cr Tammy Radford, mayor of Cardinia Shire, one of the fastest growing areas in Victoria. "Push yourself. Just because you're feeling nervous and you're not sure about something, don't hide away from it, just push yourself." The rapid population growth has led to a need for critical infrastructure improvements. Cr Radford became a councillor through a community leadership program, and is a strong advocate for gender equality in local ...