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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:

Unrest at Golden Plains - a councillor resignation and the mayor on a leave of absence
A warning of broader implications for the sector after a Federal Court decision
A community group vows alternative action after its council funding was terminated
The NSW government responds to inquiry recommendations on local government funding
A serial pest councillor suspended over abusive social media posts
A South Australian council loses its third CEO in 18 months, and
Controversy swirls around English councils under new leadership.

All of that and more just ahead on Australia’s number one local government podcast.

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Council turmoil, serial pest suspended, and controversial new council leadership

Local Government News Roundup