VLGA Connect

On VLGA Connect, Chris Eddy speaks with David Wolf, IBAC Deputy Commissioner, about a new report on unauthorised access and disclosure of information in local government. We discuss the key findings and implications for Councillors and Council staff. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click he...

It's a special edition of VLGA Connect Newsroom with Kathryn Arndt, where we're joined by Minister for Local Government, the Hon Shaun Leane MP to reflect on a year of challenges for local government; and to look ahead for what's in store in 2021. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), ple...

Your regular dose of governance guidance is here, this week with the extra style and panache from Hannah Duncan-Jones of Local Government Victoria. We talk mayoral installations, legislation implementations, and sundry supplications regarding induction processes. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), pl...

The extra edition of the VLGA Connect Governance Update that you didn't know you needed! Scrutinising the State Budget with an local government lens. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to vlga@vlga.or...

This week from the VLGA Newsroom with Kathryn Arndt, we discuss the flurry of Mayoral appointments; preparing for Fast Track leadership development in 2021; anticipating a strong State budget for local government, and more from around the world of Councils in Victoria. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLG...

Surprise! The Governance Update has arrived early this week, with news and views from Operation Sandon, and a discussion about how a new Council might approach the policies and strategies that they have inherited from the previous Council. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you...

On this week's Newsroom episode from VLGA Connect, Kathryn Arndt and Chris Eddy discuss the outcomes of the recent Council elections, particularly in relation to gender balance. All candidates are reminded of the need to lodge campaign donation returns. And we look ahead to a full slate of VLGA Connect discussions in the coming weeks. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs,...

On a new Governance Update with Chris Eddy and Stephen Cooper, we set new Councillors a reading and research list. We have the first Councillor resignation of the new term, and some interesting electoral outcomes worth noting. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd like...

This week on the Newsroom with Kathryn Arndt, we chat about Victorian Council election outcomes, including a significant increase in the number of women councillors. Were these elections the nastiest yet? In the works, a potential live panel with global CEOs; and IBAC's Operation Sandon hearings return today. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by t...

This week on the Governance Update, we talk Council elections; alleged vote tampering; early trends emerging; IBAC Operation Sandon getting back under way; and a new IBAC paper on data handling. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd like to contact us about the podcast,...

On this week's VLGA Connect Governance Update, Chris Eddy and Stephen Cooper are joined by Hannah Duncan-Jones from Local Government Victoria for an update on Local Government Act implementation, including: new standards of conduct; online oath or affirmation of office; allowances for mayors and councillors, and more. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training off...

This week from the VLGA Newsroom, Kathryn Arndt and Chris Eddy talk about vote counting - one size does not fit all Councils; toxic behaviour on the campaign trail; the importance of appointing the right person for the job of Mayor, and more. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If...

Your weekly governance update has arrived early this week, due to the public holiday on Friday. Chris Eddy and Steve Cooper chat at length about the end of Council terms; the start of vote counting; the lowdown on changes to procurement policies; the increase in election complaints; and a new, possibly regular segment, "Lessons from Interstate." Support the show To learn more about the e...

This week from the VLGA Newsroom, Kathryn Arndt and Chris Eddy discuss the webinars they've been watching this week - on topics such as the US Presidential election and the circular economy. Plus the education role of our integrity agencies and managing the governance responsibilities for incoming Councils. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the...

Chris Eddy and Steve Cooper return for their weekly observations on governance happenings around local government in Victoria, including: the ideal procurement skillset for Council officers; an upcoming live panel on the role of the Mayor; poor behaviour on the virtual campaign trail; and the joys of voting below the line (where available!). Support the show To learn more about the events, program...

Kathryn Arndt joins Chris Eddy from the VLGA Newsroom to discuss this week's stories from around local government, including new advice for candidates using social media for their election campaigns; help to understand the roles of the different integrity agencies; and a look ahead to the  Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local G...

Chris Eddy and Steve Cooper discuss the week's governance happenings, including news from the Council election campaign trail; understanding Winky Pop; a new Ombudsman report into credit card usage at a regional Council; and the latest on LGA 2020 implementation. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA...

This week, Chris Eddy and Steve Cooper are joined on the Governance Update by Hannah Duncan-Jones from Local Government Victoria, to discuss the Council election landscape, and progress with implementation of the Local Government Act 2020. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you...

On this week's Newsroom with VLGA CEO Kathryn Arndt, we indulge in some non-scientific analysis of the nominations for Council elections in Victoria, and look ahead to an important discussion about the role of the Mayor. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd like t...

On this week's Governance Update, Chris Eddy and Steve Cooper discuss the issue of identifying non-genuine Council candidates; clarifying responsibilities of various actors during the election campaign; and how to report potential breaches of safe campaigning guidelines. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Associati...

Major General David McLachlan AO and Christian George are guests on VLGA Connect to discuss the government's program to encourage the employment of veterans in the public sector, as well as within local government in Victoria. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd...

This week on the Governance Update with Stephen Cooper, a look at the Local Government Inspectorate's report into Councillor expenses and allowances; a cautionary word about ensuring privacy principles aren't breached in relation to publishing information online during COVID-19; and looking ahead to the important process of induction for incoming Councils. Support the show To learn more...

This week in the VLGA Connect Newsroom, Kathryn Arndt and Chris Eddy discuss caretaker provisions, induction of incoming Councils and watching the candidate nominations come in for 2020 Council elections! Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd like to contact us about th...

It's a milestone episode of VLGA Connect - episode 100! We look back on the range of interviews and discussions, and catch up on the week's news especially in relation to Victorian Council elections. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here . If you'd like to contact us abo...

On this episode of VLGA Connect, we speak with Dr Gillian Sparkes, Victoria's Commissioner for Environmental Sustainability about the focus of her work, how it intersects with local government, and the growth of independent science reporting functions under her leadership. Support the show To learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Associa...