Report rings alarm bells on local government workforce

A national survey of the local government workforce has put a spotlight on a rapidly ageing workforce grappling with a “critical” skills shortage.

15 March, 2019

Coral Ross takes reins at MAV; New president for IPPG

SES Commissioner steps out over misconduct claims; Top Police Commissioner to advise ASG Group and New executive director for WPP.

11 March, 2019

Women in local government hit historical high

As Australian governments mark International Women’s Day, representation of women in local government has reached a historical high point.

7 March, 2019

‘You can’t lead from a tower’

Understanding the challenges facing our workforce of 1,200 employees across 123 locations requires getting out into regions.

18 February, 2019

Noticeboard: Regional Australia Institute appoints new executives 

Also: new addition for council peak board; new chief financial officer for NBN; and Macquarie Government’s new COO.

7 February, 2019

Why sectors are sourcing local government talent

Australian local government has developed a deep pool of talent and other sectors are realising they would be wise to draw from it.

31 January, 2019

Noticeboard: Romilly Madew to head Infrastructure Australia  

Also: Brian Schwartz appointed chair of Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust; Ron Gauci commences new role as chief of AIIA.

14 January, 2019

Performance management needs to change

When agencies focus on effective performance achievement they can avoid the common pitfalls that lead to the performance management of employees.

10 January, 2019

How to lead effectively through change

Leadership books, workshops and university degrees are worthless if you don’t consciously practice your leadership skills on a daily basis.

17 December, 2018

Councils face major skills shortages, national review finds

Local government professionals are “not well positioned” in new and emerging soft skills, according to a forthcoming national review.

17 December, 2018

Combination of factors challenges workforce

The ageing workforce is a key issue but it’s just one aspect of the complex picture facing Australian local governments.

3 December, 2018

Noticeboard: City of Melbourne names new CEO

Also: new chiefs for City of Nedlands, Water Corporation; AMSA board shuffle; new Children’s Commissioner.

3 December, 2018

Preparing for the impending talent loss

Facing a documented exodus of senior staff, Australian local government needs to prepare and develop its future leadership pipeline.

26 November, 2018

Noticeboard: Peter Schneider appointed Warrnambool CEO 

Plus: mayors elected in Bendigo and Monash, and new CEO appointed at the City of Melville.

19 November, 2018