Election shake-up, rate notice errors, and escalating consultancy costs - #639

Local Government News Roundup · Sep 13, 2026 · 26m

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City of Melbourne elections set for a shake-up

Yarra moves forward with a potential ban on smart-glasses

Hepburn apologises for errors in its rates notices

Maladministration claims at Liverpool not supported by inquiry findings

A long running tiny home dispute reaches its conclusion in court

Kiama searching for solutions to a $3.8M budget gap

and criticism aimed at Gold Coast Council over escalating staff and consultancy costs

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