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
Councillors suspended, removed from office, and targeted by cybercriminals
5/2/2024
On the Local Government News Roundup for Friday 3rd May:
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:00:27:38
Darebin monitored again, conduct reforms, and a corrupt conduct finding
4/30/2024
On episode #330 of the Local Government News Roundup:
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:00:27:43
Roundup Unfiltered - Kelly Grigsby, CEO Municipal Association of Victoria
4/29/2024
Joining Chris Eddy on Roundup Unfiltered is Kelly Grigsby, the Chief Executive of Victoria’s main peak body for councils - the Municipal Association of Victoria.
Kelly takes time out to tell us what appealed to her about the MAV role and her plans to take the organisation through this election year 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:00:24:11
Policy rejected, investigation ordered, and local democracy under attack
4/28/2024
In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus much more 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:00:26:06
CEO suspended, Council on notice, and a Brazilian Butt Lift warning
4/25/2024
Coming up on the Local Government News Roundup for Friday 26th April 2024:
And much more news from around the world of local government.
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:00:23:18
Torn between two councils, and an 'old sexist trope'
4/23/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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:00:22:34
After hours cyber attack, disendorsement fears, and garbage cafes
4/21/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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:00:21:13
Supermarket deal questioned, CEO cleared and councillor dispute escalates
4/18/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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:00:24:20
A 'devastating' decision, allegations refuted and a retraction ordered
4/16/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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:00:23:06
🔒 Subscriber Heads Up - 16th April 2024
4/15/2024
Subscriber-only episode
A subscriber only heads up on breaking news stories we're following ahead of the next regular episode of the Local Government News Roundup.
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:00:02:49
An 'inexcusable mistake', resignations and threats
4/14/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
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:00:23:22
Cost-shifting pushback, meeting disruptions, and another Qld CEO resigns
4/11/2024
On the Roundup for 12th April 2024;
Plus more local government news from across 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:00:22:36
More monitors, asbestos updates, and CEOs depart
4/9/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup for 10th April 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:00:23:41
Asbestos contamination spreads, and a "serious and ongoing deficit"
4/7/2024
Today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus more news from across the world of local government across 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:00:23:24
CEO arrivals, departures and extensions, and a national government over-reach
4/4/2024
On the Local Government News Roundup for 5th April 2024
And much 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:00:21:22
A surprise resignation, no prosecution, and a most cantankerous council
4/1/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus more news from across 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:00:21:34
A CEO resigns, a mayor concedes, and Sally Capp to step down
3/27/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
Plus much more news from the world of local government across 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:00:23:18
A fringe takeover, a new museum, and local government plays matchmaker
3/24/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup for Monday 25th March 2024;
Claims that fringe party groups are taking over the City of Greater Geelong;
A $36M price tag for technology upgrades at Darebin;
Brimbank to be the home for Australia’s first Vietnamese Museum;
The NSW Government ordered to pay $200M to a local council;
A remote council calls for government help to manage its water responsibilities;
A former UK council leader found to have bullied staff, and creating a toxic environment;
How local governments in Japan are using AI to play matchmaker to combat declining birth rates;
and much 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:00:21:09
Walkout halts Council meeting, and a new inquiry into local government sustainability
3/21/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup, for Friday 22nd March 2024:
And much 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:00:27:01
A CEO sacked, and a community's concern expressed
3/19/2024
Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:
and much more local government news from across 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:00:31:06