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In the midweek roundup, a new Ombudsman report into Councils’ financial hardship support; a competition brewing over the location of the state’s new intermodal freight terminal; the new Homes Victoria board announced; and more winners from the federal budget from around the country.

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Links:
1. Ombudsman report - Council hardship support
2. Mitchell Shire - Beveridge Intermodal Freight Terminal
3. Melton City - Western Intermodal Freight Terminal
4. Corangamite Shire - landfill biogas facility
5. Kingston City - probity review
6. Homes Victoria - new board announced
7. MAV - Road Safety Week call for funding support
8. South Australian Councils receive recycling infrastructure funding
9. NSW regional councils - ePlanning funding
10. Isaac region - digital infrastructure funding
11. Rockhampton City - motorsport precinct not proceeding
12. NSW - new guideline for climate-resilient building materials
13. Eurobodalla Shire - dam good announcement
14. London Council provides paid miscarriage leave
15. US -Idaho property tax legislation comes into effect

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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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Coming up in episode #21, 
some Council reaction to the Federal Budget; 
a major investment in trees for Melbourne’s west; 
all councils to be part of a generational shift in the approach to mental health services; 
lots of senior appointment news from around the country; 
a fee increase determined for NSW councillors;
and lots more from around the world of local government this week.

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, your go-to organisation for governance news, knowledge and training.

Links:
1. Casey welcomes budget money
2. Brimbank budget disappointment
3. 5,000 trees for Melbourne's west
4. New Moira Shire CEO
5. Horsham's nature and water play park funded
6. New Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner
7. Mental health budget investment welcomed
8. Funding boost for local roads and infrastructure
9. Central Highlands CEO resigns
10. Berrigan Shire CEO appointed
11. Merimbula airport extension approved
12. Bega Valley appoints acting CEO
13. Waterwise program for WA councils
14. New NSW rating system
15. Fee increase for NSW Councillors
16. Burnie Council cost cutting program; Tas State Government offers to help
17. US Cities infrastructure funding shortfall
18. UK prosperity index
19. Copenhagen's wooden neighbourhood

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 this episode of the Roundup:
A new round of regional and rural infrastructure funding opening soon;
Hepburn Shire appoints a Chief Executive Officer.
An extraordinary vacancy filled on Wellington Shire;
Seven Queensland mayors come together to advocate for government support;Plus the wash up from the English council elections and more from around the world of local government this week.

Links:
1. Yarra Council statement on Cr Mohamud
2. Regional Jobs and Infrastructure Fund announcements
3. Hepburn Shire CEO appointed
4. First sod turned on new rugby league hub
5. Queensland Beef Corridors campaign
6. Changes for Taste of Tasmania
7. Fremantle Mayor office to remain vacant
8. WA Auditor General report on LG support
9. LGNSW seeking applications for RMCC Committee
10. Key to the City of Blacktown for Frank Mossfield
11. UK Council election wash up
12. LGA UK calls for more council powers

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. VLGA Membership is available for all Councils, plus there are Associate Business membership and Associate Individual memberships available. Check out www.vlga.org.au for more details.

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 this episode:
An evacuation order issued for a city apartment building;
CEO appointments for three Councils and the EPA;
Councils in line for the Victorian Sports Awards;
Tumby Bay Councillors reinstated;
And a state first LGBTIQ portfolio for a Queensland Council.

Links:
1. St Kilda building evacuation order
2. New CEO for Murrindindi Shire
3. West Wimmera Shire new CEO starts this week
4. Hindmarsh CEO reappointed
5. New CEO for EPA Victoria
6. Council finalists in Vic Sport Awards
7. CBD activity returning in Melbourne
8. First Greater Geelong Mayor passes
9. VLGA Leading the Agenda
10. Tumby Bay councillors reinstated
11. Funding announcement for Newcastle Airport
12. Noosa Council CEO announces retirement plan
13. LG NSW launch Council-led jobs plan
14. Palm Island LGBTIQ portfolio
15. Brisbane to introduce family-friendly sitting hours
16. Spain's first photovoltaic pavement
17. Gamifying sustainable transport in Orlando

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. VLGA Membership is available for all Councils, plus there are Associate Business membership and Associate Individual memberships available. Check out www.vlga.org.au for more details.

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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Coming up:
A transformational plan unveiled for the north bank of the Yarra River;
Winners announced in the MAV Technology Awards for 2021;
Mildura council appoints an interim CEO;
Australia’s longest road tunnel announced but not welcomed by all;
A local mayor found guilty of misconduct; 
And a preview of my in-depth conversation with the Federal Minister for Local Government.

Links:
1. Greenline plan for Melbourne's Yarra River
2. Barriers to increasing recycled content in procurement
3. HART Awards finalists announced
4. Mildura appoints Interim CEO
5. Nominations called for metropolitan partnerships
6. MAV Technology Award winners announced
7. VLGA VRGF employment opportunity
8. VLGA Connect, episode 165, the Hon Mark Coulton - YouTube; Podcast
9. Australia's longest road tunnel announced; Blue Mountains Council not supportive
10. New interim GM for Canada Bay
11. SA ombudsman finds local mayor committed misconduct
12. WA Government extends financial hardship measures for ratepayers
12. Electric waste collection truck trial in Adelaide
13. Tumby Bay councillors suspended; Government Gazette notice, p.1265
14. Local elections in England this week; LGA UK responds to court decision
15. Santa Clarita goes big on UV-C technology

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. VLGA Membership is available for all Councils, plus there are Associate Business membership and Associate Individual memberships available. Check out www.vlga.org.au for more details.

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 this episode:
A review announced into the culture of local government in Victoria;
Funding for Victorian Councils to employ staff to work with business on COVID Safe practices;
A trial of e-scooters on the way;
A CEO resign, another loses an unfair dismissal case, and yet another is appointed in a big week of senior executive news;
And the NSW Council saying no to Netflix.

Links:
1. Cultural review of Victorian local government
2. Funding for business concierge staff
3. E-scooter trial this year
4. Baw Baw LED streetlight rollout
5. Mike Hill Fellowship launched
6. Hume wants more info on quarantine proposal
7. Greater Hamilton Digital and Smart Agriculture Festival
8. Surf Coast green lights $39M aquatic and health centre
9. VLGA employment opportunity
10. Adelaide CEO Mark Goldstone resigns
11. Suppression order lifted on Logan unfair dismissal case
12. Northern Beaches wants shark nets removed
13. Byron Bay Shire says no to Netflix - see Mayoral Minute 8.2
14. Fremantle Oval plan gets go-ahead from Council
15. Kiama Council appoints Jane Stroud as CEO
16. Logan councillor reprimanded, Deputy Mayor reelected
17. Resilient Australia Awards open for 2021
18. Extension to Ministers' Awards for Women in LG NSW
19. UK Council loses court bid to stay online
20. 'No Mow May' in Rochester
21. Silent Town Crier Championships in Britain

The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association. VLGA Membership is available for all Councils, plus there are Associate Business membership and Associa

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 this bulletin:
The loss of jobs from a phase out of native timber logging quantified;
The launch of a campaign to Fix the Calder;
A new addition to a popular regional Victorian tourism attraction;
A CEO's suspension lifted, and a public inquiry into financial management at a NSW Council.
Plus, a look at the new Drought Resilience Hub concept from a Gippsland perspective, and lots more from around the world of local government.

Links:
1. Job losses from phase out of native timber logging
2. Fix the Calder campaign
3. New addition to silo art trail
4. New artworks launch in Horsham
5. Recycled glass asphalt trial in Greater Shepparton
6. VLGA Leading the Agenda
7. Drought Resilience Hub announced; Gippsland welcomes chance to be node leader
8. Public inquiry for Central Coast council
9. Kalgoorlie-Boulder CEO reinstated
10. Queensland Auditor General report on financial health of Councils
11. Heritage Council NSW committee applications
12. LGNZ welcomes review of local government
13. Nebraska cap on property tax blocked
14. Glasgow joins Circular Cities Network

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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.

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In this bulletin:
A new 16 member gender equality advisory committee established in Victoria;  
A council named one of the best places to work in Australia and New Zealand; 
The latest CEO appointment news from around the country, 
And declarations of housing and climate emergencies.

Plus a preview of a VLGA Connect interview with Andrew Greaves, the Victorian Auditor-General.

Links:

1. Victorian Gender Equality Committee appointed
2. Maribyrnong/Western Bulldogs deal
3. Surf Coast appoints CEO
4. Wyndham appoints Acting CEO
5. Campaspe Port of Echuca management model
6. Nillumbik makes ‘best place to work’ list
7. Strathbogie declares climate emergency
8. VicHealth/Councils phasing out kids sport junk food
9. Poppy joins the Shepparton's Mooving Art herd  
10. VLGA events page
11. VAGO 2019-20 audit results
12. VAGO local road maintenance audit
13. VLGA Connect episode 161 - Youtube, or podcast
14. City of Prospect CEO resigns
15. Wingecarribee GM  readvertised
16. Gold Coast to readvertise CEO position
17. Launceston election priority List
18. Sunshine Coast accelerator program
19. Tweed declares housing crisis
20. NZ local  government review
21. Global study of sexism in politics 
22. Saskatoon $100M plus project funding

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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.

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In this bulletin:
A multimillion-dollar fund for rapid response housing projects in Victoria;
A new initiative to support Aboriginal businesses and employment in central Victoria;
A councillor cleared of inappropriate conduct, while another is called on to resign;
And the Australian city to be immortalised in a board game.

Plus a preview of a VLGA Connect interview with Julie Reid, the new Executive Director of Local Government Victoria, and lots more from around the world of local government.

Links for this episode:
1. ESC reports no higher rate cap applications
2. Death of Cardinia Shire Councillor Ray Brown
3. Victoria rapid response housing projects
4. Aboriginal Business Capability Initiative
5. Horsham trials new gravel sealing product
6. ALGWA Vic conference expects record numbers
7. VLGA Gender Equality Councillor Briefing
8. Tea Tree Gully Mayor called on to resign; Mayor refuses to stand aside
9. South Burnett councillor cleared
10. Toowoomba welcomes High Court decision
11. Townsville hydrogen export deal
12. Wongan-Ballidu Shire President resigns
13. Huon Valley interim GM arrangements
14. Tamworth Monopoly deal
15. London council to remove cycle lanes
16. Research shows UK Council COVID deficits
17. Las Vegas could ban non-functional grass

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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.

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In episode 13, local government reaction to the announcement of a container deposit scheme for Victoria;  another council expresses disappointment with the state government over a potential West Gate Tunnel spoil disposal site; the latest councils to declare a climate emergency; Fraud charges against former councillors dropped; and a possible delay to the return of elected Councillors to a troubled NSW Council.
Plus a preview of a new Roundup Extra focussed on an innovative Sunshine Coast project, and lots more from around the big wide, wonderful world of local government.

Links for this episode:

1. Container Deposit Scheme design announced; MAV responds; VISY recycling upgrade
2. Moorabool Shire responds to EPA approval
3. New Mornington Peninsula councillor confirmed
4. Growing Suburbs Money for Casey and Cardinia
5. Climate emergency in Macedon Ranges; and potentially for Strathbogie
6. Moreland EV charging stations in demand
7. 5G arrives in Ararat
8. Gold Coast CEO resigns; Fremantle CEO to step down soon
9. LGAQ calls for independent inquiry over Logan case
10. Central Coast return of councillors may be deferred
11. $38M admin centre for Maitland
12. Bitter disappointment for Dungog Shire
13. Cancer Institute NSW shade research project
14. Indiana to penalise cities over monument vandalism
15. UK COVID support grants extended
16. Canada mayors join forces on mental heal

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.