Local Government News Roundup
News & Politics Podcasts
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.
Location:
Australia
Genres:
News & Politics Podcasts
Description:
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.
Twitter:
@chriseddyexec
Language:
English
Contact:
0417310899
Episodes
Open briefings, monitor call, and a procurement disruptor
7/25/2024
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On the Friday 26th July edition of the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus more news from across Australia and beyond in Australia's #1 podcast for local government news and interviews.
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The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:38:14
Rate freeze, retirement, and a stinking Scottish summer
7/23/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for 24th July 2024:
Plus more from around the world of local government across Australia and beyond.
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The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:22:51
Legal injunction, by-election cancelled, and saving the obelisk
7/21/2024
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The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:21:18
Liverpool inquiry and potential suspension, and a misconduct finding
7/18/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for Friday, 19th July 2024:
Plus more news from across the world of local government.
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The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:22:04
An oversight, an ejection, and the wisdom of the crowd
7/16/2024
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On the 17th July 2024 edition of the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus in Roundup Extra, Chris speaks with Fabian Dattner and Zoe Dattner from the Dattner Group about their recent local government event, "The Wisdom of the Crowd" and their big succession planning news.
Access the summary document from the event here.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:42:49
A local government legend passes, plus appointments, resignations and apologies
7/14/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus Councils warn of dire consequences from a government water buy-back plan. Chris Eddy speaks with the CEO of Murray River Council, Terry Dodds PSM about his council's concerns over the government's approach to the issue.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:34:15
Another monitor, league tables, and the rising tide of abuse
7/11/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for 12th July 2024:
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:21:47
A Fair Work Commission showdown, a shambolic process, and a controversial artwork removed
7/9/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:22:53
Airport rail compromise, a mayoral declaration, and an AI trial
7/7/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup for Monday, 8th July 2024:
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:18:48
Frustrated councils, integrity concerns and a deeply unacceptable situation
7/4/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for 5th July 2024:
Plus more local government news from across Australia and beyond.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:20:21
Mayors sworn-in and resign, a CEO steps down, and an integrity referral
7/2/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for 3rd July 2024:
Plus more local government news from Australia and beyond.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:20:15
Airport rail demands, a council imploding, and a warning on buses
6/30/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for 1st July, 2024:
Plus more news from around the world of local government in Australia and beyond.
Support the Show.
Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:30:05
Ex councillor sentenced, failed rescission motions, and a surprise CEO announcement
6/27/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus lots more news from around the world of local government.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:22:13
A backdown, a "land grab", and a pigeon problem
6/25/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup for 26th June 2024:
Plus more of the latest news from across the world of local government.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:21:27
From Minister to CEO, bus argy bargy, and other council controversies
6/23/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:20:41
Suspended, dismayed, dismissed and ejected
6/20/2024
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Today on the Local Government News Roundup for Friday, 21 June 2024:
Plus more news from across the world of local government in Australia and beyond.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:23:09
Flawed approach, reforms amended, and legal action contemplated
6/18/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus more of the latest news from around the world of local government.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:22:35
Housing targets, suburb transfer, and counting dog poop
6/16/2024
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On the Local Government News Roundup for Monday 17th June 2024:
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:22:39
Landlord double rates, photo scandal twist, and a 17 year embezzlement
6/13/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
and more news from around the world of local government in Australia and beyond.
Support the Show.
Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:25:24
Leaders honoured, a furious mayor, and a former exec goes to prison
6/11/2024
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
and more of the council related stories in the news this week just ahead on the Local Government News Roundup.
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Support the Roundup and get access to special episodes and regular breaking news updates by becoming a subscriber for around $5 per month. ($3 USD) Click here to subscribe now.
The Local Government News Roundup is brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association, the national broadcaster on all things local government; with support from Davidson, the nationally recognised executive recruitment and business advisory service; and from Ventia, making infrastructure work sustainably for our communities.
Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website.
Duration:00:21:55