In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:

Plus Ballarat Deputy Mayor Cr Ben Taylor reveals the council's approach to collecting an unpopular state government tax.

And yet more local government news from across Australia and beyond.

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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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