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
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