Best Oppressed Majority Podcasts (2025)

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"Systemic shortcomings", a funding dispute, and a controversial resignation 23:24

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: More councils take issue with funding for beach lifeguard services Townsville’s controversial mayor resigns, but the long running saga is not over Calls for publication of Council FOI requests A council’s $2M parking machine overhaul A Sydney area council CEO reportedly negotiatin…

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Sandon in court, resignations, elections, and another councillor suspended 28:36

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Baw Baw Shire appoints a new CEO A surprise councillor resignation on the Surf Coast Operation Sandon finally reaches a courtroom CEO appointment news from NSW A controversial flouride decision in Queensland A South Australian mayor resigns after months of turmoil A Tasmanian coun…

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CEO resignation, high-rise protest, and a surprise restructure 46:14

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Merri-bek Council CEO Cathy Henderson resigns to head up WorkSafe Victoria Gates demolished as Yarra’s mayor declares a long running dispute over Sydney Council urging stronger state action on illegal vapes Residents protest a high-rise development plan A breakthrough in a Queensl…

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Suspension, rate cap error, and a return to democracy 24:23

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Suspended - a Surf Coast councillor to sit on the sidelines for one month A win at VCAT for Wyndham City Council Geelong to show its colours in AFL Grand Final week A remote NSW community votes for its first new Council in more than a decade The home of Tamworth’s famed Golden Gui…

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Melton mayhem, Mornington macropods, and a mayoral ultimatum 27:25

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A political storm engulfs Melton Council Wallabies saved from euthanasia on the Mornington Peninsula Mayors unite over deteriorating road conditions Sweeping planning changes to accelerate housing development in NSW Townsville’s suspended mayor asked to show why he shouldn’t be sa…

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Stop Saying "God Told You" | How To Really Hear God's Voice 42:49

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Send us a text We talk about: Why faith without action is dead. The difference between logos (written word) and rhema (revealed word). How discernment works on three levels — social, biblical, and spiritual. Why controlling your mind and emotions is key to hearing God clearly. The danger of building idols in your heart without realizing it. This is…

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“Bureaucratic nightmare” - disaster funding, earthquakes and a dead whale 26:37

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Councillor numbers to be slashed under a new Tasmanian Government proposal for local government Victorian councils concerned about disaster funding delays, while NSW councils deal with earthquakes and a dead whale Port Phillip steps up advocacy on extended Grand Prix timelines A r…

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“Clearly oppressive” - Slug Gate case dismissed, urgent briefing, facilities closed 24:11

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Case dismissed - the latest twist in the Greater Dandenong Slug Gate saga Urgent briefing for Yarra Council on a VCAT e-scooter challenge A life or death decision looming for kangaroos and wallabies at Mornington Peninsula Shire Council financial management concerns laid bare in a…

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"Blindsided" - high density surprise, suspension push, and clickbait and chaos 22:07

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plans for new high density precincts unveiled in Melbourne Liverpool Councillors move to have the city’s CEO suspended A mayor distances her council from expected job losses From Gore to Walcha - a trans-Tasman leadership transition The spectre of Operation Sandon hanging over Cas…

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Landslide inquiry report, a nonsensical decision, and AI manipulation 20:54

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The McCrae Landslide Board of Inquiry report has been submitted to government - what are the likely implications for the local government sector? Moorabool continues to challenge the EPA over transparency concerns CEO level appointments in Victoria and NSW, and a contract extensio…

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A mayor’s health battle, a new Lord Mayor, and a bygone prayer 38:16

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Two big city Mayors call for the reinstatement of a missing transport link An acting mayor appointed as a country mayor deals with health challenges Another council drops a Christian prayer from its meetings A bitter housing dispute between a council and the state government in Sy…

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“Hateful narratives”: a world first strategy, and toxic culture rejected 24:17

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Charges laid after seven years of Operation Sandon Mayors facing down discrimination and hateful narratives A world first anti-semitism strategy launched Shoalhaven Council rejects claims of a toxic culture A council under pressure to change its community vision A general manager …

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The Idol of Jealousy We've Built From Within | Making God The Sole Idol Of Your Life 51:14

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Send us a text This episode right here? We’re talking about something that’ll make you check yourself for real — the Idol of Jealousy. See, idols aren’t always statues, money, or fame. Sometimes they’re built in your state of mind, your heart, and your behavior without you even realizing it. And that’s the wild part — you could be building an idol …

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“Beyond disgraceful”: councils taking a stand 21:28

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Taking a stand against abuse towards frontline council workers and elected representatives Councils push back on electricity reforms, lifeguard funding and planning call-ins Rural NSW councils look to the future after devastating economic blows A council’s planned tribute to rock …

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Sweeping meeting changes, a censure overturned, and an un-resignation 23:00

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Send us a text Today on the Local Government News Roundup: Another council raises concerns about a surprise renewable energy zone proposal An urgent call for animal foster carers in Gippsland Sweeping changes announced for council meetings in NSW A censured Parramatta councillor’s court win A Council GM un-resigns and gets a new five year deal Coun…

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Dog attack alarm, funding wins, and more industrial action 28:05

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Alarm over a disturbing increase in dog attacks in East Gippsland The growth of data centres raises water concerns in Hume An admission that a controversial roundabout should never have been built Funding wins for five regional NSW Councils Compensation calls for sacked Ipswich co…

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Council shutdown, charged Mayor stands aside, and intervention for two councils 26:25

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Alpine Shire Council shuts down as a police manhunt continues A metro mayor facing charges stands aside Many Melbourne councils predicted to fall short of government housing targets Sydney councils at odds with the state government over planning proposals Government intervention l…

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Kingston monitors, tight mayoral contests, and a 'gut-wrenching' attack 23:51

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Monitors announced for Kingston Moorabool’s toxic waste fight with the EPA continues A waste-to-energy surprise in Hume A former mayor attempts a by-election comeback A NSW councillor fails to block a second suspension NT mayoral election counts on a knife-edge Surprising recommen…

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Levy discontent, demerger referendum, and a major restructure 26:12

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Levy discontent grows as rates notices go out A council’s major restructure plan announced Casey Council backtracks on controversial local laws Another potential NSW council demerger moves a step closer Sweeping reforms announced for council elections in South Australia An histori…

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Overwhelmed and Overworked: Addressing Burnout in Councils 18:09

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the pressing issue of burnout and overwhelm within local government. Join us as we explore insights from Zoe Dattner, CEO of the Dattner Group, who shares stories and findings from a recent event focused on the relentless drive to do more with less. Discover the risks of this growing pressure, the impact…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #12 - Michael Tudball 45:19

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Send us a text Another insightful episode in the Well Travelled Executive Series, featuring Michael Tudball, a seasoned leader in local government. From his beginnings in audit and risk to becoming a council CEO, Michael shares his unique journey through various councils across Victoria. Discover his experiences as a mayor, his passion for communit…

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Reprogramming Local Government (Generative AI in Action) 27:38

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Send us a text In this special episode of the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy explores how generative AI is beginning to transform councils in Victoria. This episode features real-world stories of councils trialling AI chatbots, document search tools, and AI agents, as well as bold discussions about what might come next – from robot build…

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Well Travelled Executive Series #11 - Rebecca McKenzie 41:18

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Send us a text In this episode of the Well Traveled Executive Series, Chris Eddy sits down with Rebecca McKenzie, the outgoing CEO of Glen Eira City Council, to explore her public service journey from the UK to Australia. Rebecca shares her insights on the evolving landscape of leadership, the importance of diversity in governance, and the highligh…

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Final warning, inquiry revelations, and a formal caution 27:37

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A final warning over a controversial sea wall in Frankston Two rural councils challenge the Victorian Government over drought funding inequities Maribyrnong Council the latest to consider funding private security measures More revelations from the Liverpool Council public inquiry …

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Misconduct allegation dismissed, formal frustration, and demerger optimism 28:24

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Send us a text On your Monday morning edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A mayor’s misconduct complaint against a councillor dismissed Whitehorse council’s multi-million dollar fight with SRL Buloke formalises its frustration with the state government A wave of demerger optimism in NSW Rising Tide stands firm on protest plans in Newcastl…

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Dangerous precedent, Council raided, and demerger approved 25:54

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Moorabool Shire faces a $1/2M clean up bill after a loss at VCAT A council and union meet to discuss workplace culture concerns A sacked street sweeper wins compensation, and is now considering a tilt at federal politics A dramatic raid on a Sydney council The green light for a de…

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Agency underfunded, dangerous dogs, and a shock resignation 25:32

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Claims of underfunding from another Victorian integrity agency A council’s call for stronger powers to act on dangerous dogs A councillor demanding a public apology from her council Liverpool’s public inquiry gets underway A NSW mayor calls out keyboard warriors A shock resignatio…

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Toothless tiger, un-Australian planning rules, and suspension upheld 23:57

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Serious concerns raised about the effectiveness of Victoria’s local government inspectorate Councillors brand planning changes “un-Australian” A Councillor fails in a bid to overturn a three month suspension Further delays in a Council’s General Manager appointment process A QLD m…

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$1.5B cost-shift, costly legal disputes, and amalgamation debate reignites 26:30

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Moorabool puts its case to VCAT over an EPA clean up order A fight to stop a proposed new McDonald’s restaurant in Darebin The Victorian Government denies a council’s kangaroo harvesting request A new report puts a number on government cost-shifting A tragedy in Townsville involvi…

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Punching down, a suspension, and an imminent dissolution 27:16

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Turmoil in Perth as a councillor exodus triggers a council’s dismissal A council challenges the EPA at VCAT A suspension for a veteran Merri-bek councillor A mayor’s anger over anti-semitic attacks in Melbourne CEO resignations and appointments, and a failed recruitment A mayor’s …

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Hateful attacks condemned, toxic claims rejected, and a dramatic skyline change 22:04

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Hateful attacks condemned Claims of a toxic council workforce rejected Reaction to new drought support measures A disappointing state government funding cut An innovative road reconstruction project fails A dramatic change coming to Sydney’s skyline Another NSW Council CEO resigna…

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Closing the loophole, poor communication, and shocking mismanagement 39:18

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: An appeal to the Governor over the ESVF levy A council’s planned exit from maternal and child health services A grant loophole closes on the Mornington Peninsula Violent incidents shut down a Council library A mayor’s war on visual pollution A council’s warning for pet owners afte…

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Demon's Aren't What You Think & How to Overcome The Aspects of Demonic Oppression 41:15

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Send us a text We uncover the biblical truth behind how demons operate, how oppression manifests emotionally and mentally, and what it looks like when demonic pressure is influencing your speech, thoughts, and behavior. 🔍 What you'll learn in this episode: What really opens the door to demonic influence How distraction and restlessness may be spiri…

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Intervention granted, a dysfunctional culture laid bare, and a tax-fighting bin chicken 39:49

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A win for a metro mayor in court A councillor resignation to trigger another by-election A culture of distrust and fear laid bare at Hobsons Bay All systems go in Frankston for a new friendship agreement Resignations from two NSW council chiefs A groundbreaking report for the futu…

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Funding disadvantage, a damn disgrace, and a problematic proposition 41:18

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The Victorian Government accused of holding back crucial infrastructure funding A surprise bank branch closure angers a rural council A council introduces body worn cameras for council officers Innovative council waste management and animal control initiatives The massive investme…

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Unfair dismissal, private security furore, and historic council budgets 28:58

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A council worker wins an unfair dismissal case A hard-fought win for Techno Park residents in Hobsons Bay A controversial funding decision in Wyndham The fields are set for two by-elections A regional council’s zero per cent rate increase Historic $1B plus budgets for two Queensla…

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Dysfunctional budget debacle, mayoral challenge, and a rate cap warning 40:19

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A suspended councillor’s legal troubles resolved A mayor’s budget challenge to the rest of the country An apology called for after a councillor was wrongfully accused of theft The shock passing of two sector leaders in NSW Sydney Council takes aim at gas appliances, and the unsigh…

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Procedural vandalism, toxic dysfunction, and a costly decision 48:23

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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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Liquor licence loss, democracy returns, and a “toxic” debate 27:10

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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 26:46

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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 24:59

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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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Bargaining tension, CEO movements, and a councillor reprimanded 25:17

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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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People can be horseleeches…Don't Get Sucked Dry By Them.... 50:35

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Question Mindset Podcast, Oliver J Darcisse sits down with Psalmist Romance Clermont to expose one of the most subtle yet dangerous threats to your future—horseleech leeches. Inspired by revelation from our home ministry The Worldwide Kingdom Ministry w/ Bishop Elect Prophete Dr. Kervin Dieudonne, this…

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Honours, awards, resignations and interventions 21:07

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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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Result stands, flag furore, and a nauseating attack 22:29

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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 46:23

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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 25:23

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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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A monitor for Hobsons Bay, Council-Government clashes, plus CEO appointments and councillor resignations 40:46

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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 23:43

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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 35:17

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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 …