Re-election bids, cash flow problems, and procedural errors - #545

Local Government News Roundup · Feb 1, 2026 · 22m

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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:

Melbourne’s Lord Mayor flags a new approach to tackling the cost of vandalism

A call from rural councils to pause major consultations during fire season

A fierce campaign to retain the Phillip Island MotoGP

A high profile resignation from a Sydney council

A NSW council considers its options as it faces severe cash flow problems

A surprise election announcement from the mayor of the Gold Coast

A high profile Tasmanian mayor confirms a re-election bid

and 40 WA councils take a stand on renewable energy

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