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On the Roundup for 19th July 2023,
Shock and disappointment across regional Victoria as its hosting of the 2026 Commonwealth Games is scrapped - I’ll have a roundup of all the reaction to yesterday’s announcement.

Reaction also to sweeping new reforms to tackle gambling harm;

Tasmania’s government takes forced amalgamations off the table; and then announces a surprise move to remove some planning powers from councils;

A twist in the countback process to fill a vacancy at Strathbogie Council;

Irresponsible dog owners in the sights of government and councils in Queensland;

And shocking new statistics about disposable vape usage leads councils to call for a ban in the UK.

The VLGA and LGIU are hosting their next Global Executive Live Panel on Thursday 22 May from 5.30pm to 7pm.

Addressing a pressing issue for local government, this webinar will explore the experiences and lessons from local government across the globe when it comes to Civility in Public life.

Councillors and staff are increasingly tackling issues stemming from rising levels of negative, abusive and sometimes threatening rhetoric. Hear from experts from around the world about what t

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