Local Government News Roundup
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.
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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 thi
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 m
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 mig
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 i
Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:A final warning over a controversial sea wall in FrankstonTwo rural councils challenge the Victorian Government over drought funding inequitiesMaribyrnong Council the latest to consider funding private security measuresMore revelations from the Liverpo
Send us a text On your Monday morning edition of the Local Government News Roundup:A mayor’s misconduct complaint against a councillor dismissedWhitehorse council’s multi-million dollar fight with SRLBuloke formalises its frustration with the state governmentA wave of demerger optimism in NSWRising Tide stands firm on
