Monitoring extended, exiting aged care, and e-bike clutter targeted - #608

Monitoring extended, exiting aged care, and e-bike clutter targeted - #608

Author: Chris Eddy July 1, 2026 Duration: 18:11
Send us Fan Mail Today on the Local Government News Roundup: A last minute extension for Kingston’s monitorsWangaratta flags its exit from aged careE-bike clutter targeted in NSWas Sutherland Shire deals with e-bike vandalismMore big council budgets landed in QueenslandNew councillors incoming in Western Australiaand a local authority chief tapped to become chief of staff for the UK’s likely new Prime Minister Learn more about SmartGlue at www.symphony3.com Support the show The Local ...

For anyone working in or curious about the world of councils, shires, and city halls, Local Government News Roundup cuts through the noise to bring clarity to the sector. Hosted by Chris Eddy, whose experience as a veteran media presenter and senior executive provides a unique lens, each episode unpacks the week's most pressing issues, policy shifts, and community debates that shape our towns and suburbs. You'll hear straightforward analysis on everything from planning regulations and infrastructure funding to community engagement and governance challenges, all with a focus on what it means on the ground in Australia. This isn't just dry reporting; it's a conversation about the decisions that directly affect local parks, roads, rates, and services. Produced with the Victorian Local Governance Association, the podcast offers a trusted, informed perspective that professionals and engaged residents alike rely on to stay ahead. Tune in for a regular, digestible dose of insight that makes sense of the complex machinery operating just down your street.
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