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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:

Election voided - Whittlesea Council down another councillor
Dysfunction at Golden Plains under the spotlight
Greenline cut and more bike lanes planned in the city of Melbourne’s new budget
The results are in from a review of Newcastle City Council
A deputy mayor resigns citing the pressures of the role and low pay
A veteran Council CEO announces retirement
and a mayor calls out fellow councillors over the outcome of a breach of conduct investigation

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Councillors and staff are increasingly tackling issues stemming from rising levels of negative, abusive and sometimes threatening rhetoric. Hear from experts from around the world about what t

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Whittlesea woes, Golden Plains’ plight, plus ridiculous arguments and lame excuses

Local Government News Roundup