Council let out of naughty corner

Failings in governance and culture at West Wimmera Shire Council have largely been addressed, the Victorian watchdog says.

30 March, 2023

Former mayor suspended over conflict of interest

A former Victorian mayor has been suspended for two months for failing to disclose a conflict relating to a planning application.

17 February, 2023

Councils urged to develop policies on councillor-staff interactions

Victoria’s local government watchdog says councils should create policies governing councillor interactions with staff.

16 January, 2023

Real estate agents caught voting for foreign landlords

Real estate agents have been warned after voting in a council election on behalf of international property owners.

24 February, 2022

Council watchdog sees rise in vexatious complaints

Unreasonable and vexatious complaints to Victoria’s local government watchdog are going up, the chief municipal inspector says.

27 August, 2021

Women promoted in cabinet reshuffle

Appointments, departures and movement in and around government.

29 March, 2021