Local Government News Roundup
Australia’s no.1 podcast for local government news and views, hosted by veteran media presenter and senior executive Chris Eddy. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association.
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A tokenistic process, a wombat apology, and a delay for democracy - #647
Today on the Local Government News Roundup:Another mayor steps aside to run for State ParliamentThe City of Melbourne's new position on January 26Two Councils withdraw from they call a 'tokenistic' consultation pro...
An early mayoral departure, a service reversal, and a CEO un-terminated - #646
Today on the Local Government News Roundup:Moonee Valley's mayor stepping aside earlyMornington Peninsula's Meals on Wheels reversalA Council CEO sounds the alarm on state planning rule changesICAC hears a...
Rate cap stays, GM dismissed, and insults outlawed, ft. Philip Joseph - #645
Today on the Local Government News Roundup:Proposed changes to Victoria's rate capping framework off the tableThe council calling for a rethink on backpacker visa capsYet another Council General Manager dismissed
Health scare, CEOs terminated, and amalgamations paused - #644
Today on the Local Government News Roundup:Greater Geelong's deputy mayor on the mend after a mid-meeting medical scareMornington Peninsula Shire to revisit its aged care exit planCEO level terminations in New Sout...
Data centre win, funding losses, and smart cities summit, ft. James Sankar - #643
Today on the Local Government News Roundup:New data centre rules hailed as a win for communitiesWinners and losers speak up about proposed grant funding changes in NSWGold Coast Council begins its search for an Oly...
Fan Mail
Hi Chris, can you please report on the City of Yarra narrowing their bike lanes. Mayor Jolly was extremely disrespectful and racist to members of the public. Would appreciate it if you could have a look at this. Here are some time stamps since it was a long meeting. 39 minute mark: community submissions begin. 2 hour and 52 min mark: Cr Wade moves the officer recommendation to keep the lanes as they are, and complete permanent designs including trees, etc. Cr Crossland and McKenzie vote with Cr Wade. 3 hour mark: the vibe shifts, the mood is aggressive and hostile comments.
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