Funding disadvantage, a damn disgrace, and a problematic proposition

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:The Victorian Government accused of holding back crucial infrastructure fundingA surprise bank branch closure angers a rural councilA council introduces body worn cameras for council officersInnovative council waste management and animal control initiativesThe massive investment from councils in tackling climate change- and a call for more government assistanceSydney Council enters a controversial stadium debateA popular NYE fireworks show under threatAnd a council merger under consideration in Western Australia Plus MAV Chief Innovator in Residence, Bonnie Shaw, talks to Chris about the exciting new innovation awards for Victorian councils. Learn more about SmartGlue at www.symphony3.com On Tuesday, 22 July the VLGA and LGIU will host the next in its series of Global Executive Live Panels for 2025. This webinar will explore the topic of Building the Local Economy and will be held online from 5.30pm to 7pm. Panellists include:Dr Angela Jackson, Commissioner (Social Policy), Australian Productivity CommissionDavid Marlow, Chief Executive, Third Life Economics Merryn Tinkler, Manager Economy & Culture, Mount Support the show 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 Symphony3 - simple, connected customer experiences. Links for stories referenced in the podcast can be found in the transcript, or by visiting the Roundup website. 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.