Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Victorian Local Governance Association (2024)

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Well Travelled Executive Series - John Baker 48:46

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Send us a text John Baker, CEO of Mornington Peninsula Shire in Victoria, is soon to be heading up one of the nation’s fastest growing councils - the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. He joins Chris Eddy to talk about his career journey that brought him from local government in the UK to Australia over a decade ago. John shares his thoughts on the chal…

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TGU: Trawling for results as counting continues 47:49

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This week on TGU, the panel attempts to pull together interim results from the Victorian council elections; strike action mooted at Greater Geelong council; a council’s concerns about a fast tracked planning decision; and Rhys Thomas unpacks the detail of Victoria’s new governance and integrity regulations. Support the show To learn more about the …

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Counting continues, industrial action, and a minister’s investigation 22:23

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Counting continues in Victorian council elections Industrial action on the cards at Greater Geelong Stonnington Council responds to a controversial planning decision The NSW local government minister launches an investigation into his own department One council’s short-lived live …

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A tight race unfolds, tree vandals strike, and a dire funding warning 20:17

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: A tight race unfolding for the next Lord Mayor of Melbourne Vandals cause extensive damage to trees across Glen Eira Calls for government schools to open their grounds to communities A Sydney council to fly the Greek and Lebanese flags A dire funding outlook for a major pool proje…

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Chaotic scenes, counting begins, and another CEO goes 17:32

6d ago17:32

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Send us a text 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 prog…

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Well Travelled Executive Series - James Roncon 36:10

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Send us a text Joining Chris Eddy on a special edition of the Local Government News Roundup is James Roncon, the General Manager of Armidale Regional Council in NSW. James has for the past four years led a major culture change initiative at the council with remarkable results by all accounts. So it came as a surprise recently when he announced that…

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TGU: Blindsided - election period announcements catch councils by surprise 56:38

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The TGU panel is back to look at the new governance and integrity regulations which have dropped this week, along with a raft of planning and building announcements that have taken councils by surprise. The election period is coming to an end and voting will soon commence in Victorian council elections. Is a post-Covid mentality responsible for mor…

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A big CEO move, urgent review, and fiery alcohol debate 33:44

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Send us a text Today on the Local Government News Roundup: Breaking CEO news for three Australian councils Another postal theft prompts a call to potentially affected voters More government housing announcements and more council reaction The administrator who believes a post-Covid mentality is responsible more poor governance at Victorian councils …

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Surprise announcements, advocacy wins and an intervention 29:30

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Government housing announcements take councils by surprise Victoria’s development contributions schemes to be overhauled Advocacy wins for growth and fringe councils - we find out more from a council CEO Differing views on the voting power of Melbourne’s businesses New regulations…

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Signage controversy, housing concerns, and alarming incivility statistics 24:48

13d ago24:48

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: More signage controversies as council elections enter the final week of voting Fears of lost ballots after an Australia Post truck is stolen A new poll suggests many are yet to make up their mind about who the next Lord Mayor of Melbourne should be Protests as the Victorian Govern…

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Campaign dramas, a Lord Mayoral debate, and ABBA in Melbourne? 1:05:59

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On the TGU menu this week, stories from the campaign trail; the councillor who resigned to be able to speak freely during the election campaign; a live TV debate with Lord Mayoral candidates; help on the way for regional councils dealing with a shortage of municipal building surveyors; the candidate campaigning on having a beer and watching the foo…

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Mysterious black balls, surprise resignations and an ABBA promise 30:58

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: A councillor seeking re-election resigns two weeks out from election day The campaign promise to bring ABBA to Melbourne An alleged theft from a council-funded alliance under investigation Another NSW councillor resigns days into the new term, citing a toxic chamber An attempt to …

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Campaign heat, CEO sacked, and a fake train station 41:59

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: the latest from the campaign trail in Victoria where support for Palestine, election signs and councillor expenses are making news A new plan to improve the availability of municipal building surveyor services in regional Victoria A major lobby group calls for more action against …

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Campaign embarassment, surprise resignations, and dramatic Council meetings 39:51

21d ago39:51

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Send us a text Heading the local government news today: Moonee Valley council responds to the release of IBAC’s Operation Leo report; Stories from the campaign trail in Victoria, including election material embarrassments, an election office break-in, and an MP accused of low personal attacks on candidates A newly elected councillor previously bann…

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TGU: Operation Leo, election campaign drama, and weird pet names! 1:07:25

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The panel is back for more TGU from VLGA Connect, sponsored by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers. Up for discussion this week - new report from IBAC on an investigation in bribery and misconduct allegations at Moonee Valley City Council; vandalism and theft on the campaign trail in Victoria; a record number of candidates; why you should make you’re on the role a…

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Special Edition: Operation Leo, mayoral election results, and CEO news 13:24

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Send us a text On a special edition of the Local Government News Roundup: IBAC releases the Operation Leo report on its investigation of bribery and misconduct allegations at Moonee Valley City Council Mayoral election season in full swing in NSW - get the latest results. And breaking Council CEO resignation and appointment news. Click here for a l…

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Vandalism, elections and appointments 23:06

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Send us a text Today on the return of the Local Government News Roundup: Ballot packs on the way to voters in Victoria The gut-wrenching impact of vandalism on candidate signage New mayors elected in NSW Douglas Shire announces its new CEO A Queensland mayor cleared of an alleged campaign donation breach, and Hobart City Council embarks on a hunt f…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #5 - Rachel Brophy 38:27

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Send us a text Today’s guest on the Local Government News Roundup’s Well Travelled Executive Series is Rachel Brophy, who started her career in the public sector in South Australia in the mid 2000s. Since that time she has held leadership roles in professional bodies and councils in three states, most recently concluding a term as CEO of Douglas Sh…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #4 - Daniel Fletcher 43:58

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Send us a text Earlier this year, a thought leadership piece from Daniel Fletcher on the 8 Big Questions for Local Government in 2024 went viral on LinkedIn. Daniel has been a council CEO, and is currently General Manager of Communities and Liveability at Western Downs Regional Council in Queensland. He’s a speaker, mentor and coach with a passion …

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TGU in Review - A look at the term that was 30:50

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As we draw closer to the end of this council term, Chris Eddy, Kathryn Arndt and Rhys Thomas reflect on the last four years and the issues which shaped local government. 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…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #3 - Diane Kalen-Sukra 22:02

2M ago22:02

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Send us a text In March this year, Chris Eddy spoke with civility campaigner Diane Kalen-Sukra from Canada to talk about her crusade to tackle rising incivility against people in public life. It has become one of the most listened to episodes of the Local Government News Roundup to date. Six months on, Diane’s work to shine a light on toxicity and …

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TGU in Review - In Conversation with Jonathan Carr-West, CEO, LGIU 34:35

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As we look back on some of the big issues of the last year, we revisit this discussion between Chris Eddy and CEO of the Local Government Information Unit (LGIU) in the UK, Jonathan Carr-West. Chris and Jonathan look at LGIU research into the financial sustainability of the local government sector in the UK and similarities with the Victorian secto…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #2 - David Keenan 39:43

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Send us a text David Keenan is a local government journeyman who has worked at the highest level at councils in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland over a nearly 30 year career. He is currently the CEO of Scenic Rim Regional Council in Queensland, a position he’s held since late 2022. David joins Chris on the Local Government News Roundup’s We…

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TGU in Review - In Conversation with David Wolf 20:20

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This week, we look back at an interview with Deputy Commissioner at IBAC, David Wolf. David and Chris look at the risks associated with donations and lobbying in local government elections. In the lead up to the election period we revisit this issue, and much more. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by t…

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VLGA & LGiU - Global Executive Live Panel - Affordable & Sustainable Housing 1:20:05

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Access to safe and affordable housing is a basic human right, but the housing crisis is growing globally. With increasing cost pressures, and population growing faster than build times, what can local government do to address the crisis? This panel looks at barriers to housing accessibility, development, the role of all levels of government to work…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #1 - Lydia Wilson and Noelene Duff 50:37

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Send us a text In this first episode of the Well Travelled Executive series from the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy is joined by Lydia Wilson and Noelene Duff, Chair Administrators for the cities of Whittlesea and Casey respectively. They tell Chris about the adjustments they have had to make to carry out the role, which is quite differe…

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TGU in Review - In Conversation with Sven Bluemmel 25:59

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This week, we look back at a conversation between Chris Eddy and the (then) newly elected Victorian Electoral Commissioner, Sven Bluemmel. Chris and Sven discuss Sven’s career journey, from Victorian Information Commissioner to Victorian Electoral Commissioner, and consider the intensive work that was undertaken to prepare for this year’s local gov…

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TGU: Collaboration, concerns and career moves 1:01:11

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Today on TGU, the panel looks at an exciting new waste to energy project; Reaction to the government’s latest housing plans Concerns over a rental agreement in Yarra and the use of parking sensors in Maribyrnong; A Melbourne Council CEO is moving on A new program to address workforce shortages in local government, and a campaign to encourage more p…

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Charges dropped, housing plan fail, and e-scooter investigations 22:22

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Send us a text On the Local Government News Roundup for Monday 26th August 2024: Drug charges against a councillor dropped A Melbourne Lord Mayoral candidate pledges to scrap the Greenline project A major social housing plan falls over in Monash The councillor calling for a commitment to a ‘clean election campaign’ Victorian councils grappling with…

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Housing surprise, smacking backlash, and 'waste to energy' deal 37:49

2M ago37:49

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Send us a text On the Local Government News Roundup for Friday, 23rd August 2024: New housing plans draw a swift response from some affected councils Moorabool Council to raise its concerns about hospital services with government Bendigo receives a progress report on the city’s e-scooter trial Boat stacker sheds rejected on the Mornington Peninsula…

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Smith resigns, Cowley moves, and no legal challenge 23:11

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Send us a text On the Local Government News Roundup for Wednesday, 21st August 2024: Nine councils join forces in a new waste to energy initiative A Melbourne Council CEO stepping down, and the new gig for a South Australian CEO revealed A heritage win for Indigo Shire Council The NSW Liberals drop their threat of legal action over the council elec…

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Contentious approval, political football, and no-trepass 38:04

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Send us a text On the Local Government News Roundup for Monday 19th August: An ex-footy star lines up for the Melbourne Lord Mayoral race; Approval granted for a contentious high rise Docklands development; Councils band together to call for united government action on housing; The weekend developments in the NSW council nominations fiasco; More co…

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TGU: The one with the lot - e-scooters, high fives, resignations, appointments, nominations and more. 1:09:11

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This week, the TGU panel looks at a surprise move to ban hired e-scooters in Melbourne; a councillor resignation preceding an arbiter misconduct ruling; a municipal monitor for Horsham; a high five commotion in Yarra Ranges; interesting Notices of Motion from the past week; an innovative housing project; an interesting FOI decision; a monumental no…

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Monumental nomination stuff-up, plus a resignation surprise and a high five commotion 23:46

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Send us a text In the Friday 16th August edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The monumental stuff-up in NSW that has led to the forced retirement of more than 40 current councillors A councillor resigns, heading off an arbiter-ordered suspension Yarra Ranges responds to a “high five” school crossing commotion A new renewable energy plan p…

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🔒 Subscriber Update - Resignation, and election shambles 3:14

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text A breaking news update for Roundup subscribers, with the latest on a councillor resignation in Victoria and an election shambles in NSW. 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 no…

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S3E22 – We’re All in This Together with Representative and Former County Clerk Peggy McGaugh 24:30

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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Peggy McGaugh. She’s the State Representative for the 7th District, which includes Carroll, Linn, Livingston, and part of Ray counties. Before being elected to the House, she served for 33 years in the Carroll County Clerk’s Office. They spoke about McGaugh’s experience, the benefits of …

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E-scooter ban, vegetation levy, and disgraceful vandalism 20:34

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: Melbourne City Council pulls the pin on hire e-scooters A municipal monitor appointed to Horsham council A council alliance grouping relaunched under a new name A Melbourne council to explore a new levy to combat the practice of moon scaping Liverpool Council awaits a decision on …

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Vale Bob Redden, CFMEU pulls pin, and mayor arrested 20:08

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup, The second sudden death of a Victorian councillor in one week The CFMEU pulls the pin on its bid to represent Geelong council workers Election campaign donations in the spotlight A mayor arrested and charged with domestic violence offences A new collaboration agreement for the NSW…

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TGU: “You’re being verbose!” 48:41

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In what has been a heartbreaking week for the local government sector, Chris Eddy, Tony Raunic and Julie Reid discuss the latest in the sector in this week's TGU. This week, the devastating passing of two sitting councillors, a new model Code of Conduct is out for consultation, a contentious heritage proposal raises temperatures at Boroondara Counc…

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Contentious heritage, recycling changes, and mayoral election strife 22:35

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: A heritage nomination process at a Melbourne council prompts claims of racism New recycling standards set to change what you can put in your bins A call for urgent transport improvements in Melbourne’s north Liverpool’s case against the NSW government underway in court More strife…

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Vale Sarah Carter, plus budget troubles and the end of a long legal battle 22:36

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Send us a text Today on the Local Government News Roundup: The shock death of a local government star from Melbourne’s west Budget troubles continue at Horsham council Stormwater drainage concerns in Yarra Ranges, Nominations open for council elections in NSW, as more incumbent mayors bow out Workers walk off the job in Upper Lachlan Shire Controve…

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No monitor, EPA alert, and councillor sanctioned 20:40

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Send us a text On the Monday 5th August edition of the Local Government News Roundup: No monitor for Northern Grampians An historic joint meeting of three northeast councils planned Warrnambool set for its biggest ever live music event Alarm about alleged falsified environmental samples on development sites in NSW A council at odds over its alcohol…

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TGU: Making a stand against abuse 1:00:44

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This week on TGU, Greater Geelong Council CEO Ali Wastie makes a stand in court against gendered abuse; A call for more resourcing for the Local Government Inspectorate; An extension of the term for municipal monitors at Moonee Valley, while the Minister rejects a call for a monitor at Northern Grampians; A CEO defends the editing of a council meet…

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Regional crisis, legal actions, and CEOs appointed 26:59

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Send us a text On the Local Government News Roundup for 2nd August 2024: Councils across the country react to the Rex Airlines crisis CEO appointments for two regional Victorian councils A CEO defends the editing of a council meeting recording Parramatta claims a win at NCAT over one its own councillors A Sydney council to remove poker machines fro…

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S3E21 – Perspectives from Brand New Election Administrators 26:05

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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with some new election administrators in the state of Missouri – all of whom have been in the job less than four years, and are now preparing for their first presidential election. They spoke about Rachel Lightfoot in Polk County, Heather Hall, the Republican Director of the Election Board in…

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Court stand, transparency rejected, and a view tax 41:56

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Send us a text Today on the Local Government News Roundup: A council CEO makes a stand in court against gendered abuse A controversial planning decision in Port Phillip to be challenged at VCAT Dog owners warned after a spate of attacks in Victorian and Queensland LGAs A call for more resourcing for Victoria’s local government inspectorate A Sydney…

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Extension, un-retirement, a court win and a refusal 21:45

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Send us a text Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup: An extension of time for monitors at Moonee Valley Northern Grampians Council returns serve to a councillor’s call for a monitor Glen Eira hails a win for the community with a new cycling project A retiring former mayor un-retires Liverpool Council claims a win in round one agains…

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TGU: A new wave of transparency 1:04:14

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Chris Eddy, Julie Reid and Tony Raunic return to brighten your Friday with the latest in local government news! This week the panel discuss, the first Victorian council to open briefing sessions to the public, the cost of asbestos clean up across parks in Hobsons Bay revealed, a councillor wants a municipal monitor appointed, e-scooters here to sta…

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Open briefings, monitor call, and a procurement disruptor 39:37

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Send us a text On the Friday 26th July edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A Victorian council set to open its briefing sessions to the public The high cost of asbestos clean-up in the western suburbs revealed Unhappy rural councillors make controversial calls A deputy mayor resigns three months out from elections Sydney councils in the n…

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Rate freeze, retirement, and a stinking Scottish summer 22:51

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Send us a text On the Local Government News Roundup for 24th July 2024: A rate freeze explored as a metro mayor calls for changes to rate capping A regional mayor announces retirement Liverpool confirms it will legally challenge suspension by the state government The plan to bring a council out of a long period of administration A raft of recommend…

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