Join us for the weekly Governance Update, when Chris Eddy and Stephen Cooper discuss the latest governance news, including: new VEC information sessions for candidates; turning our minds to the election of a new group of Mayors in November; and a useful resource from IBAC on maintaining integrity in local government under current conditions.

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Meet Victoria's new Public Sector Commissioner, Adam Fennessy, discussing the focus of his new role, how state and local government can work together effectively, and promoting integrity across the public sector.

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This week on the VLGA Connect Governance Update with Stephen Cooper, we talk about the new draft standards of conduct to guide behaviour and inform Councillor Codes of Conduct; the looming 1st September deadline for elements of the new Local Government Act; and significant late-term decisions for some Councils.

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Victoria's Cross Border Commissioner, Luke Wilson, talks to VLGA Connect about his role, and the current challenges dealing with cross-border restrictions and ensuring local government's voice is heard in the process.

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This week from the VLGA Newsroom, Kathryn Arndt reflects on the decision to proceed with Council elections in October, the significant co-design work currently occurring to implement the Local Government Act, plus more.

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Join Chris Eddy and Steve Cooper for a discussion about the week's top governance issues. This week, it's full steam ahead for Council elections in October; frequently asked questions from the candidate information sessions; and speculating on what the pending standards of conduct will mean for new Councillor Codes of Conduct post-election.

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Melbourne's Lord Mayor, Sally Capp, drops in for a virtual chat on VLGA Connect about the learnings of the past six months from responding to a global pandemic, and the unique role of a capital city leader in the broader local government space.

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Chris Eddy and Stephen Cooper discuss the week's governance agenda, including elections and safe campaigning; Local Government Act implementation and pending changes for committee arrangements; and the role of councillors when appointed to other boards and committees.

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Our second instalment in the Your Community Country & Council live forums featuring journalist Shahni Wellington.
Shahni Wellington is a proud Jerrinja woman and a multi-award nominated journalist specialising in politics, indigenous affairs and sport. 
A great session on the media and social media - including Tik Tok!

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Check in with Kathryn Arndt in the VLGA Newsroom for a look at the stories making news in world of local government advocacy this week.

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