Beste Local Government podcasts (2025)

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Procedural vandalism, toxic dysfunction, and a costly decision 48:13

12h ago48:13

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The Victorian Government releases its response to an inquiry into local government funding Two new members elected to the VLGA board Above average satisfaction for two western Victorian councils An acting mayor accuses colleagues of procedural vandalism A pay dispute in Townsville…

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#683 Performance Excellence and Building a Premier Community with Polly Walker, Henderson, NV 57:44

3d ago57:44

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Polly Walker, Director of Organizational Performance and Innovation for the City of Henderson, Nevada joined the podcast to discuss the City's achievement of earning the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. She talked about why the City chose to go after the award, building buy-in to the journey, and the organizational changes the process led t…

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Liquor licence loss, democracy returns, and a “toxic” debate 26:59

4d ago26:59

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Another council introduces security measures for its meetings Concerns as councils are set to lose a say in liquor licence decisions Ballarat Council hit with an EPA fine A council returning to elected representation after more than a decade A NSW Council General Manager resigns T…

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Multi-million dollar mistake, job cuts clash, and election bill shock 26:36

6d ago26:36

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Councils consider legal options over an unpopular state tax A multi-million dollar parking fine error at Merri-bek Council The latest Victorian Council CEO to call it quits Golden Plains finally gets its last councillor A mayor and union clash over planned job cuts A controversial…

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Election rejected, concerning loophole, and a trivial complaint crackdown 24:49

8d ago24:49

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: More drama at Golden Plains as a countback winner rejects a spot on the Council Higher rates flagged for owners of derelict Melbourne properties A building surveyor loophole raises concerns A crackdown on trivial councillor conduct complaints in NSW Councils make big moves on beac…

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#682 Data Analysis and Artificial Intelligence with Rochelle Haynes and Carrie Bishop 53:36

10d ago53:36

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Two guests joined the podcast to talk about the Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities Certification program. Rochelle Haynes is the Managing Director for What Works Cities Certification at Results for America and Carrie Bishop serves as Data Initiative Lead for the Government Innovation Program at Bloomberg Philanthropies. They shared examples…

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Bargaining tension, CEO movements, and a councillor reprimanded 25:06

10d ago25:06

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Contention over a push for multi-council enterprise agreements The ESC releases its annual rate capping report A new CEO announced, and support for another dealing with personal attacks Wins and disappointments for NSW councils A Council General Manager announces retirement A coun…

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Honours, awards, resignations and interventions 20:57

13d ago20:57

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A metro council exploring legal options to challenge the state’s ESV levy A controversial mayor returns to work Victorian councils recognised for excellence Local government contributors make the King’s Birthday Honours list A former mayor and a current mayor announce surprise res…

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#681 Public Service and Responsive Government with Brooks Williams, Ferris, TX 53:32

17d ago53:32

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Brooks Williams, City Manager for the City of Ferris, Texas joined the podcast to discuss his passion for public service and building a responsive government. He shared how he transformed the City of Ferris into a results-driven local government and how they measure operating efficiency. He discussed his thought provoking LinkedIn posts on local go…

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Result stands, flag furore, and a nauseating attack 22:19

18d ago22:19

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Result stands - VCAT rules on fraudulent votes in the city of Knox A flag furore at a Victorian council A council rejects a peer-reviewed flood study Retirement announced for Council CEOs in two states An advocacy win for NSW councils on fire service assets A Queensland mayor unde…

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Project pushback, alliance pullback, and a cheeky council campaign 46:13

19d ago46:13

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A new operating model for G21 as councils withdraw funding An Acting CEO becomes interim as a Council recruitment moves ahead Councils pushing back on housing and infrastructure projects A NSW Council’s CEO appointment moves to final steps A new guideline released on free speech i…

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Abhorrent levy, dismissal warning, and CEOs and councils part ways 25:12

21d ago25:12

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A levy pause for farmers and more drought assistance announced - but some councils say it's not enough The WA council on notice for potential dismissal Two Queensland councils sever ties with their CEOs The massive flood cleanup under way in NSW A council’s controversial decision …

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#680 Coaching Those Who Lead Our Communities with Kellye Mazzoli, City Boss Coaching 54:07

24d ago54:07

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Kellye Mazzoli, Founder & City Executive Coach at City Boss Coaching joined the podcast to discuss coaching those who lead our communities. She shared her transition from local government to coaching, what her coaching sessions entail, and how she stays up to date with the local government industry and how she keeps her edge to provide services to …

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A monitor for Hobsons Bay, Council-Government clashes, plus CEO appointments and councillor resignations 40:35

24d ago40:35

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A municipal monitor sent in to Hobsons Bay CEO appointments in three states, as two former Council CEOs make a return in Victoria Greater Geelong to stay in aged care service delivery High profile councillors resign in New South Wales and Queensland A South Australian council rock…

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Aged care pressure, wage talks impasse, and targeting online abuse 23:33

26d ago23:33

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Pressure on Greater Geelong council to remain in aged care services A last minute reprieve for a Stonnington animal shelter operator Councillors call for action on online abuse and misinformation Snowy Monaro’s new CEO announced An impasse in wage negotiations in Noosa A mayor’s d…

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Formal warning, turmoil in the top end, and a unique border rivalry 35:07

28d ago35:07

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Indigo Shire gets the go-ahead for a revenue-neutral rate cap variation More council winners from the Victorian state budget A formal warning for a Council CEO A council’s massive infrastructure program unveiled A unique border rivalry in State of Origin week A policy backdown on …

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#679 Land Use Planning and Residential Segregation with Scott Markley, National Zoning Atlas 26:58

1M ago26:58

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Scott Markley, Research Director for the National Zoning Atlas joined the podcast to discuss land use planning and residential segregation. He shared the Connecticut origins of the National Zoning Atlas, what the data is telling us, and how communities can utilize the atlas. This episode was recorded at the Missouri City-County Management Associati…

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Budget disappointment, alleged corrupt practices, and a mayor reprimanded 37:19

1M ago37:19

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Sector reaction to the Victorian State Budget Councils united against a new state tax - we hear from MAV President Jennifer Anderson on next steps now the legislation has passed Disaster support announced for 16 NSW councils A contractor fired from a council sports field project A…

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Commission of Inquiry launched, a new Mayor elected, and challenging fake news 20:24

1M ago20:24

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The Whittlesea Council Commission of Inquiry is underway Golden Plains elects a new Mayor A leadership transition revealed for Cardinia Shire A Sydney council’s new housing plan alternative Kiama Council hits back at false media claims A major council property transaction confirme…

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“Complete travesty”, “unfair and cruel” - new tax draws swift response 26:12

1M ago26:12

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Victorian councils respond to a contentious new state government tax A community push to save a regional saleyards from closure Winners and losers from IPART’s rulings on special rate variations A ban on live events in Sydney parks draws criticism Townsville’s suspended mayor laun…

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#678 Change Management and Implementing a New Form of Government with Michael Jordan, Portland, OR 51:24

1M ago51:24

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Michael Jordan, the City Administrator for the City of Portland, Oregon, joined the podcast to discuss Portland's transition to a new form of government. He talked about the voter apporved change in 2022 and the work that went into preparing the organization for its first elections under the new form of government in 2024. He shared how the transit…

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A surprise un-retirement, mayoral medical dramas, and a warning for sniggering councillors 38:44

1M ago38:44

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A mayor resigns, as the suspension of another takes effect The surprise un-retirement of a former Council CEO A Melbourne council to trial 30km speed limits Medical dramas for two NSW mayors IPART makes its ruling on 6 special rate variation applications The eye-watering cost of N…

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Another mayor suspended, higher rate cap approved, and a call to ‘lift the tone’ 25:45

1M ago25:45

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A rural mayor suspended after an arbitration process Hepburn gets the all clear for a 10 per cent rate increase Intense debate over a controversial inner city artwork More councils join the fight against a new state government tax A Sydney council calls for new planning rules to b…

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Whittlesea woes, Golden Plains’ plight, plus ridiculous arguments and lame excuses 23:13

1M ago23:13

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Election voided - Whittlesea Council down another councillor Dysfunction at Golden Plains under the spotlight Greenline cut and more bike lanes planned in the city of Melbourne’s new budget The results are in from a review of Newcastle City Council A deputy mayor resigns citing th…

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#677 From Animator to Deputy City Administrator with Kim Nakahodo, North Kansas City, MO 44:55

1M ago44:55

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Kim Nakahodo, a 2025 ELGL Top Influencer and Deputy City Administrator for the City of North Kansas City, Missouri joined to podcast to discuss her journey in local government. She shared the value of professional organizations and the importance of empowering and engaging youth. She also talked about the impact of losing a police officer in the li…

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Council turmoil, serial pest suspended, and controversial new council leadership 23:49

2M ago23:49

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Unrest at Golden Plains - a councillor resignation and the mayor on a leave of absence A warning of broader implications for the sector after a Federal Court decision A community group vows alternative action after its council funding was terminated The NSW government responds to …

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Climate alliance exit, driveway crackdown, and firepit storm 27:23

2M ago27:23

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A climate alliance loses another council member A testy exchange between a council and a local MP A move away from carbon offsets by a regional council Melbourne Town Hall set for its largest gathering ever A council crackdown on parking across driveways A former council CEO charg…

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Council court defeats, workers locked out, and a seismic political shift 37:35

2M ago37:35

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Council court defeats A Melbourne council takes a strong stand against the Suburban Rail Loop Another municipal monitors report is released A major restructure for a Sydney council Continued disruptions to a NSW Council’s meetings prompts a major process review Workers locked out …

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#676 Local Responses to Intoxicating Hemp with Glen Cole, Rolling Meadows, IL 59:53

2M ago59:53

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Glen Cole, the Assistant City Manager and Community Development Director for City of Rolling Meadows, Illinois joined the podcast to discuss intoxicating hemp regulation at the local government level. He shared how intoxicating hemp is different than recreational marijuana and the lack of state regulation related to intoxicating hemp. He also discu…

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Alliance turmoil, court action, and an outsourcing snag 34:49

2M ago34:49

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A council alliance loses a member A mayor granted an interim court order An election signage dispute could be headed for court A snag for a northeast council’s childcare centre outsourcing plan The passing of a long serving metro Melbourne councillor A new approach to combatting a…

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Catching Up - Inquiry, Suspension, Appointments and Resignations 27:45

2M ago27:45

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Send us a text The Local Government News Roundup is back, and in this edition we catch up on the major news of the last month. Including: A commission of inquiry for Whittlesea Council as its mayor is suspended A Kingston councillor stood down pending legal proceedings A raft of CEO resignations and appointments from across the country A monitor’s …

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#675 Role of the Assistant Manager and Nonpartisan Leadership with Emily Colon 58:34

2M ago58:34

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Emily Colon, former Deputy City Manager for the City of Lakeland, Florida, joined the podcast to talk about her career and two important management concepts. She recently wrote about the importance of nonpartisanship and she discussed how it can be a superpower for local government staff in an era of high polarization. She shared her approach for h…

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#674 Stand By Me, Emergency Mutual Aid in Malibu, CA with Joseph Toney and Alexis Brown 1:08:19

2M ago1:08:19

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Two guests joined the podcast to talk about the response to the Palisades Fire. Joseph Toney is the Acting City Manager for Malibu and Alexis Brown is the Deputy City Manager for Malibu. They discussed how these fire emergencies have affected staff and the importance of mutual aide. They also shared tips for other agencies who may face fire or othe…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #10 - Stephen Wall 53:40

2M ago53:40

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Send us a text Today's guest on the Local Government News Roundup's Well Travelled Executive Series is Stephen Wall, the CEO of Wyndham City Council in Victoria. Stephen has held local government roles in three states, in a career that has led him to the CEO position at one of the fastest growing municipalities in the country. Support the show The …

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#673 Managing Disruption in a Rapidly Changing World with Michael Welker, ncIMPACT 54:02

2M ago54:02

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Michael Welker, Director of Policy and Research Partnerships for the ncIMPACT Initiative at the UNC School of Government joined the podcast to discuss managing change. He talked about a recent report they released on Managing Disruption in a Rapidly Changing World. He shared why managing disruption is so important, the elements they identified as c…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #9 - Alastair Dawson 43:37

3M ago43:37

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Send us a text Today's guest on the Local Government News Roundup's Well Travelled Executive Series is Alastair Dawson, an experienced council CEO and university sector executive, who most recently served as interim CEO of Livingstone Shire Council in Queensland. Alastair joins Chris to discuss his unique career path, in which he has occasionally c…

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#672 Reimagining Communities and Local Government Trends with Sheila Shockey and Grant Mayfield 53:21

3M ago53:21

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Two guests joined the podcast to talk about trends in local government and futurology. Sheila Shockey is the Founder and CEO of Shockey Consulting Services. Grant Mayfield is a Public Administration Consultant for Shockey Consulting Services. They discussed their path to working with local government organizations and attracting people to the profe…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #8 - John Nevins 47:37

3M ago47:37

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Send us a text Today's guest on the Local Government News Roundup's Well Travelled Executive Series John Nevins, whose career in public service spans nearly four decades. For more than 10 years, he was the CEO of Kingston City Council in Melbourne. John reflects on the early years of Council amalgamations in Victoria, the changes to the sector, and…

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#671 Inside the City Management Internship Experience with Emilia Krajewski, Diksha, and Sarah Nissen 57:36

3M ago57:36

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Three civic starters joined the podcast to discuss their city management internships. Emilia Krajewski is a Management Intern for the City of Chandler, Arizona; Diksha is an Administrative Intern in Economic Development for the City of Saginaw, Texas; and Sarah Nissen is a City Management Intern for the City of Plymouth, Minnesota. They shared thei…

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Budget letdown, lighting the Sunraysia, and a pothole ultimatum 26:36

3M ago26:36

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A let down for councils in the latest Federal Budget A new CEO for Strathbogie Melbourne’s Keys to the City process under review Local residents look for council help to stop high rise apartments The exciting new art installation coming to Mildura A controversial pool ID policy up…

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E-scooter companies bail, biosecurity waste anxiety, and “dangerous and irresponsible” actions 39:03

3M ago39:03

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: E-scooter operators bail on the City of Yarra Hepburn Shire denies its rate increase proposal is linked to a failed development project A northeast community concerned about biosecurity waste A call for a delay to the glass recycling bin rollout Startling bullying claims about a N…

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#670 Innovation and Collaboration through the Sparks Program with Grace Hanne, Johnson County KS 41:56

3M ago41:56

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Grace Hanne, an Innovation Principal Analyst for Johnson County, KS joined the podcast to discuss the County's Sparks Pilot Program, which is an effort to encourage collaboration and innovation across the organization. The program brings together employees from different areas of the County to work on transformative projects. She detailed what bene…

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Casey's law pause, airport deal takes off, and “deliberate calculated chaos” 28:58

3M ago28:58

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A controversial local law to be reviewed Rail announcements hailed by local councils A councillor levels accusations at colleagues Buloke’s mayor confident a cancelled festival will return A NSW councillor under renewed fire for ongoing behaviour A call for an ICAC investigation i…

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Frustration and anger, resignations demanded, and an anti-semitism first 26:24

3M ago26:24

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The Mayor of Whittlesea calls for the resignation of the Council’s CEO and monitors A call for patience from the Mayor of Greater Dandenong Hepburn Shire responds to the leaking of the Rex report A local government first strategy to tackle anti-semitism A General Manager calls tim…

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Shock document leak, showdown looms, and an “improper and unlawful” action 25:23

3M ago25:23

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The shock leak of a confidential report into a longstanding issue at Hepburn Shire A showdown looms as Whittlesea’s mayoral crisis drags on A spate of recycling truck fires prompts more warnings from councils A regional NSW council’s cash flow warning An urgent call for an investi…

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#669 Bar Exam on Recent Legal Cases Affecting Local Government with Megan Mack and Greg Jones 59:41

3M ago59:41

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Three lawyers walk into a bar. Megan Mack and Greg Jones, both Partners at the local government law firm, Ancel Glink, joined the podcast to talk about recent cases impacting local governments. They discussed the Supreme Court ruling affecting camping bans in Grants Pass v. Johnson. They talked about two zoning cases involving a challenge from resi…

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Mayor banned, e-scooter fee hike, and a billion dollar rail plan 24:43

3M ago24:43

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Banned from Council premises - Whittlesea’s mayoral crisis deepens Safety concerns force another Council to meet online Hepburn Shire to apply for a higher rate cap Yarra lifts e-scooter fees by 400 percent A CEO resigns after an extraordinary Council meeting A councillor censured…

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Meeting forced online, spending reviews, and a planning ultimatum 35:38

3M ago35:38

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Threats of violence push a Council meeting online New alliances to tackle common issues MAV board election results are in Six NSW councils given an ultimatum on development assessment times The councillors pushing for spending reviews at their councils Attention turns to clean up …

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Parliamentary shame, dogs in pubs, and council positions in jeopardy 38:36

4M ago38:36

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Councillors embroiled in a Parliamentary shutdown A cancelled funding agreement under review IPART considers a public hearing on a controversial rate increase proposal A call to relax restrictions on dogs in pubs A council sets the record straight on property sales due to rate arr…

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#668 Career Change and Leadership with Kayla Barber-Perrotta, Albany, OR 54:28

4M ago54:28

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Kayla Barber-Perrotta, Deputy City Manager for the City of Albany, Oregon, rejoined the podcast to talk about her new role. She discussed the transition from Budget and Performance Manager to Deputy City Manager in a new state, what she was looking for in a new position, and the process to interview for a leadership role. She shared advice for othe…

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