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A subscriber-only update for 6th November... local mayors react to tragic incidents affecting the Daylesford and Stawell communities; a council CEO accuses auditors of 'implied threats' to staff; and the Sydney Swans unhappy a planned tribute to Buddy Franklin has been reject by the local council.

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On the Roundup today, 
The local government minister reported to be considering the suspension of Strathbogie Shire Council;
A former councillor’s appeal against a misconduct finding rejected in court;
Plans for a new museum in Melbourne’s west cancelled;
The latest Victorian mayoral election results;
The latest on the proposed Inner West council demerger;
A Queensland mayor cleared of misconduct allegations;
A council bows to pressure after using the Wiggles to drive away homeless people;
And a twist in the four day work week stoush between a UK council and the government.

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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A breaking news update for subscribers, including the latest mayoral election results; a former councillor's appeal against a finding of misconduct rejected; and a Queensland mayor cleared of a misconduct allegation.

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

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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In your latest update from the Local Government News Roundup,
Municipal monitors on the way for a Victorian council;
Councils get their message across in Canberra on proposed water legislation;
The Victoria government starts recruiting to find 90 new planners;
A Council CEO responds to media reporting about the removal of posters concerning the Israel/Gaza conflict;
The latest mayoral election results;
A deputy mayor removed from office;
A new mayor defends a decision to trigger an extraordinary election;
A councillor found to have engaged in inappropriate conduct;;
and the international city planning to phase out fossil fuel cars from its central areas.

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

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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On the Roundup today, 25th October 2023, 
A councillor exodus continues at two Victorian councils;
A council drops the prayer from its meetings for legal reasons - will others follow?
Greater Bendigo appoints its new CEO;
A Victorian council bucks the trend on aged care service delivery;
Sydney councils court controversy over their stance on conflict in the Middle East;
A QLD council hits out at rumours about the status of its CEO;
Results come in from the WA local government elections
And NZ councils criticised for holding councillor workshops behind closed doors.

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

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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A breaking news update for Roundup subscribers, including the latest on those councillor exits at Glenelg Shire; the first mayoral election of the season; and an Acting CEO takes the reins at Moira Shire.

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

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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More on the Glenelg 'exodus', councillor departures at Strathbogie, divisive motions at Sydney councils, and notable results from the Western Australian local government elections.

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

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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On the Local Government News Roundup for 21st October 2023:
A Victorian council deputy mayor and CEO resign in the same week;
A disappointing reaction to a new regional hospital plan;
An executive restructure unveiled at Greater Geelong;
Election day looms in Western Australia, as a mayor makes an all or nothing play for re-election;
A shire office closed while police investigated extreme threats against staff and councillors;
A war of words between a Sydney mayor and the NSW Premier;
Residents take aim at dodgy certifiers;
And a new NZ parliamentarian to do double duty as a councillor.

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 Boundless Insights - with Aviva Klompas
In depth analysis of what’s happening in Israel—and why it matters everywhere.

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In the midweek update from the Local Government News Roundup for 18th October 2023:
A Northern Territory council suspended due to serious conduct deficiencies;
IBAC’s new commissioner announced;
A mayor takes leave of absence;
A new rural housing action plan launched;
The dog responsible for a fatal attack in Tasmania confirmed to be unregistered;
The NSW government accused of targeting councils unfairly;
The Gold Coast may yet come to the rescue of the 2026 Commonwealth Games;
and which country has announced a freeze on council tax rates?

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

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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On the Local Government News Roundup for 14th October 2023, 
fears a major highway development will divide a community;
A councillor taken to court over a fire prevention order;
Moira Shire commences the search for a new CEO and brings in an interim; plus more news from the regions;
Interstate we have councillors stepping down, speculation about a CEO’s status; a rough start for a council’s new waste service;
and overseas, a mayor loses a court challenge against the government; more alarm bells about UK councils, and a move to allow 16 year olds to be elected as mayors in Malta.

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 Boundless Insights - with Aviva Klompas
In depth analysis of what’s happening in Israel—and why it matters everywhere.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences.

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