A new binding code of conduct for all government employees will be introduced in New South Wales in November.
Tag: governance
County council board suspended after ‘alarming financial irregularities’ discovered
The New England Weeds Authority board has been suspended following reports of financial mismanagement and governance concerns.
New laws introduced to clean up local government
Victoria has reached a milestone in its move to reform local government laws.
Minister suspends ‘change-resistant’ Council
Strathbogie Shire Council has been suspended after a critical report from the municipal monitor.
VLGA wants helpline for councillors, execs
VLGA wants a helpline and early intervention services for elected officials and local government executives.
Pitfalls of data hoarders and privacy shamers
Organisations that share data do better, a conference has heard.
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.
Poor governance, capability hindering shared services
Collaboration in local government can save money and improve access to services but a new survey shows most councils are not effectively engaging in shared services.
‘Tough decision’ on council about restoring community confidence
The Western Australian Government’s “high-profile intervention” in the ongoing issues with the City of Perth is appropriate and necessary, says a local government expert.
Federal takeover a ‘disaster’ for Norfolk Island
Norfolk Island is ‘on the brink of disaster’, says an independent report on the island’s economic situation. The report was commissioned by the island’s small community following the Australian Government’s…