Treaty, yeah: Victoria moves ahead with plans for Indigenous settlement
The state government is now recruiting for a Victorian Treaty Advancement Commissioner to help it reach an agreement with its First Peoples. Read More
Natalie Hutchins
Citizens’ jury to decide future of Geelong democracy
A citizens' jury will help decide how Geelong's mayor is elected and whether to have multi-member wards. The state government hopes this will prevent a recurrence of the dysfunction that led to the council's sacking. Read More
Electronic voting, popular mayors on cards for Vic councils
A proposed overhaul of Victoria's local government system would allow electronic voting and more directly elected mayors in time for 2020 elections. City of Melbourne will keep its unique franchise system for business. Read More
Victorian government to sack colourful Geelong mayor
The Victorian government is facing pushback as it moves to sack Geelong's council over "serious governance failures". The Municipal Association of Victoria tells The Mandarin it's concerned citizens won't have a voice. Read More
Leak from Terry Moran report says Geelong council could be sacked
The City of Greater Geelong governance inquiry was leaked as soon as it got to the minister's office. A news reporter who worked to uncover a culture of bullying says the councillors might all be dismissed. Read More
Fewer than one in five Victorian council CEOs are women
Only 16.5% of Victorian local council bosses are women, despite comprising the bulk of LGA employees. "Employer of choice" Service NSW is encouraging staff to thank their female colleagues. Read More