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On the Roundup today… a review of the culture of Victorian councils gets underway; rural councils argue for a lighter level of covid restrictions; South Australian libraries turn down a government funding offer; mandatory risk management requirements on the way for NSW councils; and the US city cracking down on whips in public places.

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 Councils culture review underway
Rural councils call for less restrictive COVID measures; ABC News report
Strathbogie Shire count back announced
Bass Coast forms First Peoples Advisory Committee
Site announced for community hospital in Whittlesea
IPWEA Engineering Excellence nominees announced
Consultation open on metro Melbourne land use framework plans
Knox rainbow youth group launches second film; link to YouTube video
SA Libraries reject government funding offer
Hobart to limit short stay a

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… a finding of misconduct against four NSW Councillors, a Victorian CEO resigns; the Council offering financial assistance to prop up its live music scene; and big news for an innovative future for Melbourne’s west.

Links:
Buloke Shire CEO resigns
Port Phillip support for live music scene
Frankston launches homelessness initiative
Melbourne to absorb rates rise
Three new research hubs for Melbourne's west
Misconduct finding against four NSW Councillors
LGNSW welcomes childcare provider funding announcement
Blacktown Mayor wants local mass vaccination hub
Qld border councils to receive support for border controls
Qld councils funded for alternative feral pest control measures
Eurobodalla calls for critical telecommunications infrastructure investsment
Edinburgh to consider planning controls for short term lets
Sacramento to introduce tougher water conservation measures

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… a new 30 year infrastructure strategy released for Victoria; Adelaide appoints a new CEO; Deputy Mayors come and go; a Western Australian council under investigation; and the world’s best new public library announced.

Links:
Infrastructure Victoria releases updated 30 year strategy; MAV responds
Strathbogie Shire Deputy Mayor resigns
Bass Coast aims to be first Victorian region to reach 80 per cent vaccinations
SE Melbourne Councillors call for urgent government action on climate change
Wyndham playgrounds bound for the Philippines
New VLGA President elected
Adelaide appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Investigation into Shire of Ravensthorpe WA confirmed; Council CEO statement
Noosa Council commences CEO search
Cessnock Council elects new Deputy Mayor
NSW Council wants all candidates to pledge respect
New digital disaster dashboards online in NSW
City of Swan welcomes inquiry into bushfi

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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Coming up on the Local Government News Roundup for 18th August 2021, an investigation into EPA decision making on West Gate Tunnel spoil; Councils concerned over proposed new planning controls for Melbourne Airport; new laws under consideration to protect winter sunlight in Melbourne’s parks; government support to retain Council jobs in New South Wales; and a new enquiry into housing affordability in Australia. Plus lots more from around the world of local government in Australia and beyond.

Links:
Ombudsman to investigate EPA West Gate Tunnel decisions
Brimbank and Hume join forces on airport planning concerns
New laws to protect winter sunlight in Melbourne parks
Ballarat launches new circular economy framework
RDA Committee Chair positions open for applications
NSW government funding to retain Council jobs under COVID; LGNSW response
Inner West launches universal vaccination campaign
New enquiry into housing affordability in Australia
Visy to operate new MRF in South Australia
Hobart considers limiting new short-stay accommodation permits
SA Councils invited to comment on dog and cat b

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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Coming up on the Local Government News Roundup, episode 47… a Melbourne council to test community appetite for accepting commuter car park money; a planned employment precinct for Greater Bendigo takes a big step forward; Logan council’s concerns over inland rail supported by a Senate inquiry; and CEO news from Queensland and New South Wales.

Plus much more on the Roundup, brought to you by the Victorian local Governance Association.

Links:
Glen Eira commuter car parks to undergo consultation
Yarra Ranges calls for more federal government assistance with storm recovery
Dandenong South East Leisure appoints inaugural CEO
Bendigo employment precinct land purchase
New co-working space in Golden Plains Shire
University of Melbourne launches Indigenous business leadership centre
Logan receives support from Senate inquiry for inland rail position
Maranoa to part ways with CEO
Dubbo to press ahead with CEO recruitment process
LGNSW claims win on proposed new developer contribution laws
Fine for cutting down trees sends strong message in Byron 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.

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

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Coming up on the latest edition of the Local Government News Roundup… Kingston airs its concern over Moorabbin Airport to the federal government; Southern Grampians set to appoint an interim CEO; another extension to the suspension of Norfolk Island council; plus councillors incoming and outgoing, and a milestone for electric vehicle charge points in the UK.

Plus much more on the show, brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association.

Links:
Kingston concerns over Moorabbin Airport
Southern Grampians to appoint interim CEO
New Cardinia Shire Councillor sworn in
Melbourne offers prizes for getting vaccinated
New CBD office occupancy stats released
Wyndham to host alcohol harm conference
Victorian government expands youth mental health facilities
Norfolk Island Council suspension extended
Orange City Councillor resigns
Georges River exploring BMX/mountain biking facility
Dubbo offers reward over skate park vandalism
White Ribbon accreditation for Ryde and

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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Coming up in this episode… Councils lead the conversation for homelessness solutions; the library of the future comes to Gippsland; residents to be polled on a controversial local government boundary change in Queensland; and the search under way for a new CEO for Gold Coast.

Links:
Cardinia and Casey homelessness summit
Moreland to consider potential new hub on council-owned land
First repair cafe for Whittlesea
New community library entity in Gippsland
Campaspe joins neighbours in small business initiative
Rockhampton and Livingstone residents to vote on boundary change proposal
Recruitment underway for Gold Coast CEO
Liverpool Mayor calls for better public transport
Adelaide supplementary election result announced; Electoral Commission details
Tasmanian government to sell surplus land
SA council to underwrite new local newspaper
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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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Coming up…Councils put the spotlight on homelessness during National Homelessness Week; a Queensland Mayor under investigation for alleged corrupt conduct; a successful local campaign to attract seasonal workers expands; a scathing report released into a council’s bushfire response;  and much more coming up on this edition of the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, home of the VLGA Connect series of interviews and panel discussions, including a new episode in which we meet the Chair of Victoria’s Essential Services Commission, Kate Symons. 

Links:
Best practice LG guide for homelessness
Orange Door Network locations locked in
Pick Shepp to become Pick GV
Funding for Councils' emergency management activities
ABC Radio coming to Geelong
South Gippsland Shire election timeline released
Cairns Mayor under investigation
Byron Shire tackling homelessness
Fremantle Traffic Bridge alignment welcomed
Scathing report into Wingecarribee response to bushfires
Bega Valley to redevelop art gallery
Lismore Workers Masters Games postponed
Pattern of bullying in South Gloucestershire
Wales struggling to staff essential services

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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Coming up in this episode…councils claim advocacy wins from new level crossing removal announcements across Melbourne; CEO appointment news and the result of the Cardinia Shire by-election; Rockhampton celebrates securing a new air route for its airport; and much more coming up on this edition of the Roundup, which is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association.

Links:
Ten more level crossing removals announced
Brimbank claims advocacy win
Maroondah welcomes removals in its municipality
New Councillor elected to Cardinia Shire
Mildura appoints Acting CEO
Yarra to extend footpath trading fees waiver
CEO for Digital Victoria announced
Gunnedah Mayor wants consultation on assisted dying
Rockhampton airport secures new route
Federal funding for regional airports
Queensland to fund new OIA positions
Blue Mountains and EPA campaign against illegal dumping
Streaky Bay CEO appointed

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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Coming up in this episode… reaction to the deferral of NSW Council elections, and what it means for councils under administration; Dubbo receives an independent investigator’s report into its handling of code of conduct complaints; a network of batteries to be installed across Melbourne’s CBD; and Hobart Council decides on a controversial cable car proposal.

Links:
LGNSW response to election deferral; Office of Local Government FAQ; ABC News report - Wingecarribee Crs to be reinstated
Dubbo independent report received; ABC News report
Hobart rules on cable car proposal
LGAQ calls for assistance with border closure costs
Melbourne battery network project
Cardinia gender equality leadership commitment
Albury and Wodonga progress partnership
Adelaide seeks views on representation options
Northern Beaches joins 15 council recycled glass initiative
West Sussex redesigns Early Help program; BBC reports on protests

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.