LG News Roundup

Local government news podcast with Chris Eddy, brought to you by the @_vlga and Davidson. New episodes 3 times weekly.

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Minister sued, questionable email, and “regulated into paralysis” – #632 https://t.co/CHsjbZp42x

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Kingston City Council will table two separate arbiter determinations at its ordinary meeting on Monday 24 August, both arising from misconduct complaints lodged by Cr Hadi Saab against fellow councillors.

Read more: https://t.co/Nnt7sLRsri

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Campaigning councillors, unhappy councils, and a damning landslide review – Episode #631 is out now https://t.co/96RE7wIEqN

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Lockyer Valley Regional Council has formally appointed Nick Hauser as its new Chief Executive Officer, with the appointment taking effect from Tuesday, 6 October.
Read more: https://t.co/wZgIzlRjTd

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Tasmania’s Dorset Council has announced that General Manager John Marik will conclude his tenure with Council in mid-November 2026, bringing to a close more than nine years with the organisation.
Read more: https://t.co/wT1sp8ZsGj

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A new mayor, a last minute reprieve, and local govt reforms locked in – #630 https://t.co/d4eolRSlxp

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City of Casey Council has elected Cr Michelle Crowther as its new mayor.
Cr Crowther steps up from the position of deputy mayor, following Cr Stefan Koomen’s decision to resign the mayoralty to focus on his campaign for election to State Parliament.
https://t.co/jbIKZRqC1k

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Central Highlands Regional Council appoints Jason Hoolihan as permanent CEO https://t.co/rafF16DFk1

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Western Downs Regional Council appoints Joshua Hannan as new CEO https://t.co/plIneCGYeM

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Barunga West Council Chief Executive Officer Mark McDonald has tendered his resignation, effective Wednesday 12 August 2026, after just five months in the role.

https://t.co/1SEn2vYCYe

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Kingston City Council's newest councillor has taken the oath of office — but the VEC has referred her by-election result to VCAT over suspected postal voting irregularities. Full story at https://t.co/8F6xPmfuiT
More in Monday's episode.

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Ep #638: Hepburn Shire confirms its Interim CEO, The Hills Shire rejects a transparency push amid ICAC scrutiny, Redland Council targets its own mayor in a conduct submission, and Logan's mayor blasts a "pokie palace" plan. Full wrap at https://t.co/QTbsMkVPsg #LGNR

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#BreakingNews #localgovernment
A councillor has resigned from Murrindindi Shire Council, while a former mayor is set to return to Wyndham City Council.
More: https://t.co/dsI7eaT98D

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City of Victor Harbor appoints Chris White, current City of Prospect CEO, as its new Chief Executive Officer. He starts 19 October, succeeding Victoria MacKirdy. 🔗 https://t.co/iIR4vvIdc4

#LocalGov #SouthAustralia

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Hawkesbury City Council has appointed Will Barton as General Manager, effective immediately. Mayor Cr Les Sheather made the announcement Tuesday night, following his selection at last week's Extraordinary Meeting. More: https://t.co/fMDrw7TnMH

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Casey's mayor steps down to run for state parliament, Vic Libs pledge weekly bin collections, Shoalhaven's mayor takes health leave, a leaked report exposes Redland Council's sewerage neglect, and SA's CEO exodus hits 17 in 18 months.
New ep out now 🎧 https://t.co/vtl6iS6oFu

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A call for calm, a hefty fine, and a big city crackdown – #626 https://t.co/9a5YKvESp2

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Charges dropped, mysterious departure, and sector first working week – #625 https://t.co/25JNq4ja5M

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Mystery surrounds the sudden departure of NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCILGeneral Manager, Mr Bede Spannagle, who has resigned effective 24 July 2026, after serving in the role since December 2023.
Read more: https://t.co/fsSHsmLM84

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Breaking News: Hepburn Charges Withdrawn https://t.co/pwTDzRiXp0