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On the Roundup today… new household waste disposal contracts secured for 30 Melbourne councils; the city of Melbourne set to turn inside out; sector reform discussions to commence in Tasmania; a report released revealing the reasons for a Council CEO’s sacking; and lots of councillor and senior executive news to roundup.

Just some of what’s ahead on the weekend edition of the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, an independent governance organisation supporting councils and councillors to achieve the highest standards of governance;

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
New household waste contracts for 30 Melbourne councils
New Strathbogie Councillor sworn in
Buloke Shire appoints interim CEO
Melbourne to turn 'inside out'
$80 million for critical housing shortage in regional Victoria
Tasmania's LG minister to pursue structural reform discussions
Tasmanian e-scooter trial suppliers announced
CCC report on Ravensthorpe CEO investigation; Shire President speaks to ABC
Bathurst Councillor censured over Facebook posts
LGNSW disappointed in road takeback outcome

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… nominations close for the South Gippsland council election; Loddon Shire appoints a new CEO; moves to strengthen NSW Councils against corruption; and a push to have the Shepparton Bypass listed as a national priority.

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions and podcasts.

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
Loddon Shire CEO appointment
South Gippsland Shire election nominations close
Regional manufacturing innovation hub for Greater Bendigo
Port Phillip activation design competition
Greater Geelong major projects dashboard
Push for national priority listing for Shepparton Bypass
NSW plan to strengthen councils against corruption
Heavy Vehicle safety funding for three councils
Edward River Council to sell airport land
Wollondilly Shire welcomes rail line upgrade
Snowy Monaro Mayor and Deputy Mayor re-elected
MidCoast Council wins risk management award

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.

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 Roundup today… the City of Melbourne’s homeless accommodation project gets a big boost; a funding increase for Victoria’s public libraries; the mayoral election decided by just two votes; a council reconsiders a staff vaccination payment scheme; and new voting rules announced for England’s mayoral elections.

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions and podcasts.

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
City of Melbourne housing project boost
Brimbank welcomes EPA action on landfill
EPA fines Mansfield Shire over closed landfill
Parliamentary Committee social media impact on elections report
Vic public libraries funding increase
Campaspe Shire proceeds with new Port of Echuca management model
New water and catchment authority board members announced
Vaccination challenge across Vic/NSW border
23 Sydney Councils band together to oppose government bill; LGNSW statement
Alice Springs mayoral election decided by two votes;

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.

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

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On a new Roundup Extra, Chris Eddy speaks with the Mayor of Maribyrnong City Council, Cr Michael Clarke, about a controversial proposal to explore the production of medicinal cannabis as an alternative revenue stream to rates.

Link:
Maribyrnong City Council - Medicinal Cannabis Survey

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.

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 Roundup today… the Melbourne council looking to medicinal cannibis for an alternative revenue stream; Kingston Council announces the appointment of its new CEO; A Western Australian council sacks its CEO; and the Sydney mayors finally get their meeting with the NSW premier.

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of YouTube panel discussions and podcasts.

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
Maribyrnong tests community appetite for medicinal cannibis production
Kingston appoints new CEO
Councils collaborate on reusable nappy program
Govt grants for desexing cats and dogs
Stonnington systems back up
NSW Premier meetings with Sydney Mayors: Liverpool response; ABC report;
Deputy Premier to meet with regional reps
New credit card guidelines for NSW councils
Willoughby calls for rethink on infrastructure contributions bill
Ravensthorpe Shire sacks CEO
Noosa to apply to join SEQ Council of Mayors

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.

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 Roundup today… municipal monitors for two Victorian Councils; calls for a more localised vaccination approach in areas with low take up rates; a massive infrastructure program announced for Queensland; and vandals targeting QR codes at Melbourne playgrounds.

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of panel discussions and podcasts.

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
Muncipal monitor appointed to Strathbogie Shire
South Gippsland to have a monitor following election
VEC releases 2020 elections report
Hume and Whittlesea call for localised vaccination approach
Bayside highlights vandalism of playground QR codes
Baw Baw to press ahead with aged and disability service transition
$1B in community housing projects announced
Qld infrastructure plan released
NSW Energy from Waste plan released; Parkes response
Ryde Civic Centre demolished
Perth Glory t

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.

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 Roundup today…bold new investment attraction plan launched by Melton City Council; senior appointments and mayoral updates from two states; East Gippsland calls for urgent action from the Premier; and Mayor reacts strongly to the removal of a Council’s flags under cover of darkness.

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podcasts and YouTube programs; 

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
East Gippsland writes urgent letter to the Premier
Melton launches bold new investment attraction plan
Grants for four bin transition behaviour change programs
New lower interest loan scheme for Councils
Community battery initiative in Central Goldfields
Orange Door up and running in Inner Eastern Melbourne
New DPIE Secretary appointed
LGA SA announces new Chief Executive
Dubbo reappoints Mayor and Deputy
Inner West chooses new Mayor for three month term
SA Mayor angry about flag removal
Edward River plea on border bubble exclusion

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.

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 Roundup today… sector leading gender gap measures introduced at a Victorian Council; a public inquiry announced into a NSW council; pilot councils named for Victoria’s e-scooter trial; the start of a 24 hour cat curfew deferred; and a de-amalgamation proposal to be put to voters.

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podcasts and YouTube programs; 

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
Bass Coast gender gap measures
E-scooter trial councils named
Wyndham/State Government kindergarten partnership
Funding rounds open, and weeds and pests grants announced
Knox cat curfew deferred
Wingecarribee Shire public inquiry announced
Inner West to poll residents on de-amalgamation proposal
WA LG minister announces accountability reforms
New SA council performance website
Infrastructure Australia plan welcomed by Regional Capitals Australia; and ALGA
Western Downs moves ahead with outsourcing of aged care

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.

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

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Perhaps more so than ever before, the culture of the local government sector across the country is under the microscope. 

With Council elections coming up in two states before the end of this year, and a wide ranging cultural review under way in Victoria, the Roundup takes a closer look at efforts to draw a line in the sand, and set expectations and standards for respectful and appropriate behaviour at the third level of government in our nation. 

This Roundup Extra features Cr Kylie Spears, Victorian President of the Australian Local Government Women's Association, on a call to have Council candidates pledge respectful behaviour, and call out poor behaviour when they see it.

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.

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 Roundup today… Victoria’s Local Government minister to take leave for health reasons; two mayors challenge each others’ communities to a vaccination race; Sydney mayors rejected by the NSW Premier; and the result of a review into Brisbane Council’s bird management policies after the tragic death of a baby. 

Just some of the stories ahead on the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of podcasts and YouTube programs; 

And by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers - providing advice to help Councils achieve the best for their communities.

Links:
Vic LG Minister to take leave
Maribyrnong welcomes new tram facility
Single use plastics policy adopted in Maribyrnong
Stonnington cyber attack puts systems offline
Buloke and Queenscliffe vaccination race challenge
Sydney mayors rejected by NSW Premier
NSW campaign for local government workers to get vaccinated
Nominations open for WA Council elections
NT council election results
Brisbane to be more proactive with dangerous birds ABC report; SMH report
Liverpool Mayor welcomes refugee job-seeking report
New directors

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.

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.