Local Government News Roundup

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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🔒 9th January 2022 (#86)

Local Government News Roundup

01/08/22 • 11 min

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
Ballarat – Australia's regional sports event capital?

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

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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🔒 19th January 2022 (#89)

Local Government News Roundup

01/19/22 • 14 min

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.

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

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🔒 Councillor Code of Conduct becomes media debate; prestigious honour for Qld Mayor

Local Government News Roundup

03/05/22 • 17 min

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.

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

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🔒 16th January 2022 (#88)

Local Government News Roundup

01/15/22 • 13 min

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.

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

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The final stretch, candidate arrest, and a 4-day work week reprieve

Local Government News Roundup

11/10/24 • 20 min

On the Local Government News Roundup for Monday 11th November 2024:

The finish line in sight as more election results are announced
Questions raised about a council’s controversial pre-election decision
A council candidate arrested over allegations of campaign signage theft
A poor workplace culture and a staffing crisis alleged at a NSW Council
Pressure mounts on a former Tasmanian mayor
Another code of conduct breach by a Hobart councillor
A 78 year old activist hit with a 12 month ban from a South Australian council
Council CEO and General Manager movements
And a reprieve for the four day working week experiment at UK councils

Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond.

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

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

Special Edition - Election latest, shock results

Local Government News Roundup

11/08/24 • 15 min

A special edition of the Local Government News Roundup bringing you the latest results from Victorian council elections. Some shock results as more incumbents, including sitting mayors, are defeated.

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

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

Chaotic scenes, counting begins, and another CEO goes

Local Government News Roundup

10/27/24 • 18 min

Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:

Reports of chaotic scenes as voting closes in Victoria’s council elections
Counting gets under way this week but it may be some time before we know results
A second CEO within a week to resign from a Victorian council
Concerns raised about a council’s planned mosquito control program
An experienced former mayor goes to work for a new Lord Mayor
Brisbane council’s controversial actions to crack down on anti-social behaviour
And the councillor who credits training for a dramatic improvement in council civility

Plus much more news from across the world of local government.

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

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

Australia Day reversal, childcare deserts, and ‘dysfunctional and raucous’ behaviour

Local Government News Roundup

12/11/24 • 19 min

On the Local Government News Roundup for 11th December 2024:

Greater Geelong reconsidering its position on Australia Day
The first councillor resignation of the new term in Victoria
A push to deal with childcare deserts in the south-west
The Sydney councillor taking his own council to court
A council CEO to depart in Queensland and two new appointments in South Australia
The historic equal play claim result at a UK council
and a US council suing two of its members over ‘dysfunctional and raucous’ behaviour

and more news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond

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

Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.

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.

Provisional results pouring in, news briefs, and a CEO's plea for funding reform

Local Government News Roundup

11/07/24 • 41 min

Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:

We run through the latest provisional results from council elections across Victoria, which include a few surprises
We’ll take a brief look at stories making news around the country
And in a Roundup Extra Chris is joined by Murrindindi CEO Livia Bonazzi to talk about the funding challenges faced by small rural councils

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