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

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

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

Research outlines the future public servant

Bureaucrats will become “municipal entrepreneurs” who can perform various roles with scarce public resources, according to a new book.  

8 October, 2018

Influence and trust key for leaders

The leaders who thrive in government are those who embrace complexity, and who flourish while others get frustrated.

27 September, 2018

The conundrum of unpopularity in leadership 

In a noisy world full of opinions about everything, often armed with both too much and yet not enough information, are we now too scared to lead?

3 September, 2018

Noticeboard: Randwick GM Ray Brownlee exits

Also in this wrap: new CEO takes on Central Coast Council; Greg Steele appointed to executive team at Arcadis; and Productivity Commission appoints a new chairman.

20 July, 2018

Experts call for action on council governance

State governments are being urged to tackle legislative inconsistencies and improved governance frameworks in the wake of Queensland’s Ipswich Council being stood down.

16 July, 2018

The case for machine learning in the public sector

Automation can help governments process the massive amounts of data being produced, potentially leading to better infrastructure and public transport, writes Ridhav Mahajan.

13 July, 2018

Lack of leadership, funding hinder digital success: research

A lack of senior leadership to steer digital transformation in the public sector is the biggest concern of government executives, writes Keiran Mott.

5 July, 2018

Councils weak on fraud prevention, audit finds

NSW’s audit office determines the majority of the state’s councils have poor fraud control procedures, prompting a call for improved funding and training.

25 June, 2018

Broad agenda for new joint organisations, says OLG chief

As an Australian-first model for collaboration between councils rolls out across NSW, the Office of Local Government chief executive tells Government News the new network is flexible enough to meet regional priorities.

11 June, 2018

Noticeboard: Leadership overhaul at Lake Macquarie Council

Also in this issue: City of Melville farewells CEO; Latrobe Valley appoints a health advocate; and new appointments to the board of Victoria’s EPA.

28 May, 2018