Punching down, a suspension, and an imminent dissolution

Local Government News Roundup · Jul 8, 2025 · 25m

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In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup:

Turmoil in Perth as a councillor exodus triggers a council’s dismissal

A council challenges the EPA at VCAT

A suspension for a veteran Merri-bek councillor

A mayor’s anger over anti-semitic attacks in Melbourne

CEO resignations and appointments, and a failed recruitment

A mayor’s relief as a high profile murder trial concludes

A Queensland council’s 25 per cent rate increase

and more local government news from across Australia and beyond.

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