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In this episode: more support for a hospital to be built in Melton; outdoor pools get a reprieve for now in Campaspe Shire; Melbourne’s e-scooter trial about to commence; three recent NSW council election results to be voided; a vandalism incident provokes fury from a Tasmanian mayor and much more news from the week in local government.

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Its annual Fast Track Councillor Leadership Development program will be held in person at Melbourne’s Park Hyatt on Friday 18th March. To find out more, email [email protected] today.

Links to today's stories can be found in the transcript, or on the Local Government News Roundup website.

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Welcome to a brand new season of the Local Government News Roundup, bringing you news and views from the local government sector in Victoria and around the country.
In this bulletin:
The rate cap set for Victoria for 2022/23;
The sudden departure of a regional CEO;
A big lift in gender balance at NSW Councils, and mayoral election season begins;
The passing of two former high profile mayors;
Ballarat becoming one of the leading sports event destinations in the country;
and Cessnock the latest to join the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
Links:
Victorian rate cap announcement; Council rates and charges
Shane Gray quits as Gympie council CEO
LGNSW welcomes soaring number of women elected to councils; ALGWA NSW reaction
Darcy Byrne and Jessica D'Arienzo elected to lead Inner West Council
Northern Beaches elects mayor and deputy
New Council for Gilgandra Sworn In, Mayor and Deputy Mayor Elected
Cabonne mayor and deputy elected
Snowy Monaro all female leadership team elected
New mayor elected at Kyogle
Edward River mourns passing of Norm Brennan
Christmas Eve heartbreak as Peter Blundell dies just months after diagnosis

Victorian Local Governance Association
The VLGA is an independent organisation supporting councils and councillors in good governance.

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The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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On the Local Government News Roundup today, an expansion of Bendigo Airport cleared for takeoff; the death of a high profile local government identity; international recognition for a local tourism icon; and a host of mayoral election announcements from across New South Wales.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. Its annual Fast Track Councillor Leadership Development program will be held in person at Melbourne’s Park Hyatt on Friday 18th March. Details: www.vlga.org.au

Links to stories referenced can be found here: www.lgnewsroundup.com or in this episode's transcript.

Victorian Local Governance Association
The VLGA is an independent organisation supporting councils and councillors in good governance.

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 to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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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 broadcaster for all things local government. Subscribe to the VLGA Connect channel on YouTube or your preferred podcast app for the latest interviews and discussions with local government identities and decision makers.

Links to today's stories in the transcript, and at www.lgnewsroundup.com

Victorian Local Governance Association
The VLGA is an independent organisation supporting councils and councillors in good governance.

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 to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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Coming up today: a new CEO appointed at Buloke Shire; a controversial development proposal back in the spotlight in Wodonga; three Queensland councillors found guilty of misconduct; and countback results from two Victorian councils.

Plus the field announced for the upcoming Yarra Ranges Shire Council byelection.

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, presenting the Fast Track Councillor Leadership Development program, Friday 18th March. Details at www.vlga.org.au
Links for todays stories at www.lgnewsroundup.com or in the transcript for this episode.

Victorian Local Governance Association
The VLGA is an independent organisation supporting councils and councillors in good governance.

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 to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.