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In this episode, we check in on Mansfield Shire with Mayor Cr Marg Attley OAM about community preparedness, staffing challenges for Councils, and their new budget and economic development strategy out for public comment.
Our look back at the news and views from the week in local government
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Local Government Victoria has consulted with its Project Control Board (PCB) and announced the next phase of consultation associated with the introduction of the Local Government Act 2020 (Act 2020).
Stephen Cooper of Civic Mind returns to discuss the coming ability for Councils to conduct their meetings virtually, and to update us on the implementation phase for the new Local Government Act.
The CEOs of Northern Grampians and Southern Grampians Shire Councils join VLGA Connect to talk about how their regions are dealing with COVID-19 and the impact on traditional Easter events - plus a little friendly rivalry.
Chris Eddy speaks with Noel Harvey, the Chief Administrator at Central Goldfields Shire, about the unique challenges they face with COVID-19 as a council under administration.
Local Government Victoria has launched engage.vic.gov.au, a webpage devoted to the implementation of the Local Government Act 2020.
Our weekly review of news and issues from around the local government sector, recent VLGA Connect episodes, and reflections from VLGA CEO Kathryn Arndt.
In the midst of doom and gloom from COVID-19, Hobsons Bay City Council in Melbourne's inner west has launched a dedicated Facebook page promoting positive stories and connecting people in need with those who can assist.
The Consulting CEO of Gender Equity Victoria, Tanja Kovac, tells VLGA Connect about the Gender Equity and COVID-19 Joint Statement, which is already proving a powerful advocacy tool with all levels of government.
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