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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:

An appeal to the Governor over the ESVF levy
A council’s planned exit from maternal and child health services
A grant loophole closes on the Mornington Peninsula
Violent incidents shut down a Council library
A mayor’s war on visual pollution
A council’s warning for pet owners after three dog deaths
Two high profile mayors announce future plans
Shocking mismanagement of a WA council revealed
And council tax arrears in Britain reach a staggering new high

Also today, Derek Madden, CEO of Moorabool Shire Council joins Chris to discuss viral list of the 10 reasons people don’t appreciate local government.

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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 Commission
David Marlow, Chief Executive, Third Life Economics
Merryn Tinkler, Manager Economy & Culture, Mount
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Closing the loophole, poor communication, and shocking mismanagement

Local Government News Roundup