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

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The Shire of York has announced the appointment of Alina Behan as its new Chief Executive Officer, concluding a comprehensive recruitment process led by the Council.
Read more: https://t.co/rjP9Vtkdpo

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A forged signature, a cyber attack, and an atrocious price tag – #591 https://t.co/M0eSVx6QhY

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Loddon Shire Council Reappoints CEO https://t.co/Q0dtIyOjhf

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Mayoral deadlock, rates shock and a Tasmanian shake-up – #560 https://t.co/sM2124gjPH

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Gwydir Shire Council has announced the appointment of Leeah Daley as its new permanent General Manager.

Ms Daley has been acting in the position since the retirement of Max Eastcott in July last year.

Read more: https://t.co/a2t3n6yYRz

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After more than eight years, Ararat Rural City Council CEO Dr Tim Harrison has announced his resignation, with his tenure concluding on 30 November 2026.

Details: https://t.co/MFx5iLsT3g

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A stark warning, a biased decision, and a call for clarity – #589 https://t.co/7UGgyHOmmG

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Public shaming, demolition and decommissioning, and a mayoral exodus – #587 https://t.co/UOfCOfvDp9

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Blurred lines, voting fraud, and a surveillance culture – #586 https://t.co/woJDjlcKXk

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Pink Ops clique, a stunning backflip, and unnecessary secrecy – #585 https://t.co/wScIL3M4p4

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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
✴️ ICAC Parramatta Council inquiry opens today
✴️ Yarra Council reportedly set to drop a controversial bike plan
✴️ A seismic shift in local politics in England
✴️ A local mayor rejects police snub claims

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✴️ Murrumbidgee expands consultation on its four day work plan
✴️ New housing infrastructure funding welcomed
✴️ A cyclist loses a damages case against Brisbane City Council
and much more local government news, brought to you by the VLGA, Symphony3 & Rath Engineering Development

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Media ban, inland rail shock, and “monster mergers” – #583 https://t.co/aDOVlEiZiC

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Today on the Roundup’s YouTube channel, Chris Eddy has breaking local government news, including a media ban imposed by Hawkesbury Council, and another South Australian Council CEO resignation.

https://t.co/PHFK9KJM37

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Quorum crisis, a missed opportunity, and a surprise career move – #582 https://t.co/KiE1khxCOl

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Today on the Roundup's YouTube channel, Chris Eddy has breaking news on a mass exodus of elected members from a Western Australian Council; a South Australian Council CEO's surprise career move; and a legal challenge withdrawn in the City of Stonnington.

https://t.co/W419w8oX1u

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Six councillors — including the Shire President — have resigned from the Shire of Carnarvon Council over the past few days, leaving the local government without enough elected members to form a quorum.

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

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Today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Marsh wins Nepean, triggers by-election on the Mornington Peninsula
Wyndham’s leadership crisis deepens
A troubled Sydney pool development is heading to court
Tempers flare in North Queensland and more
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Wyndham City Council Councillor Dr Jennie Barrera has announced her immediate resignation, citing an "untenable" environment and a leadership deadlock at the municipality.
https://t.co/Yw9ibpBwu3