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Locality: Richmond, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9349 7999

Address: PO Box 4089 3121 Richmond, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.vlga.org.au

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25.01.2022 Now you have done the VLGA Candidate Information Sessions and you are nominating as a candidate in the LG elections. You may now log in to the LGV Website and undertake the mandatory component.

24.01.2022 Next up on the panel for #LeadingtheAgenda in July is Richard Wilson, Senior Manager Risk Advisory at Pitcher Partners. To hear from Richard and our other panellists, book now: http://bit.ly/lta-audits #ltajuly

23.01.2022 100 years ago, the first woman was elected to local government in Victoria. Mary Rogers was a trailblazer who paved the way for passionate and dedicated women c...ouncillors right across our state. As we celebrate Mary, we recognise how far we've come and embrace the work still to go. Diverse decision-making bodies make better decisions. And, with equal representation of women on every Council across our state, we can make our community safer, stronger and more inclusive.

23.01.2022 #VLGAConnect is back on your chosen device next week, with a live panel discussion especially for the council CEOs and governance team. Join the VLGA and LGPro in a timely discussion on supporting councillors, not only in governance rules and compliance matters, but also the building of trust and a positive working relationship for the council term. Kathryn Arndt and Chris Eddy will be joined by:... - Dr John Lynch: Acting Chief Municipal Inspector, Local Government Inspectorate - Ross Millard: Operations Manager, Local Government Inspectorate - Blaga Naumoski: Executive Manager Governance, Communications & Engagement, Nillumbik Shire Council - Steve Cooper: Chief of Staff, VLGA Bookings essential: http://bit.ly/nov6connect

22.01.2022 From all of us at the VLGA, wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. For our wrap up of this year, check out: https://bit.ly/vlga-2020 TL;DR? Here's the video wrap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzXtbSYUejw&t=10s

21.01.2022 In response to the VLGAs advocacy to the Chief Health Officer, LGV has now published Safe Campaigning Guidelines #governance #localgovernmentelections Kathryn Arndt Steve Cooper

20.01.2022 Just released: Local Government Victoria: Metropolitan & Regional Victoria Safe Campaigning Guidelines: Updated September 2020 @stevecooper @kathrynarndt #LGElections

20.01.2022 Local Government Rate Review Welcomed VLGA Media Statement https://bit.ly/380UCH5 The VLGA welcomes the release of the Local Government Rating System Review. There are a number of elements mentioned in the review report that were subject of the submission by the VLGA. ...Continue reading

19.01.2022 Ballot packs are being mailed out from today for the Hindmarsh Shire Council, East Ward by-election. Complete and return your vote by 6 pm on Friday 4 December to make sure your voice is heard. #vicvotes #LG2020

19.01.2022 A big congratulations to all of the women recognised in the Institute of Public Administration Australia IPAA Victoria Top 50 Women in the Public Sector 2020. It is an excellent recognition of the leadership, inspiration and accomplishment that you provide across the public sector. In particular, we congratulate to all recipients from the local government sector and stakeholder departments, including: Catherine Dixon (Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission)..., Michelle Fitzgerald (City of Melbourne), Tess Hughes (Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions), Carolyn McLean (City of Boroondara), Juliana Phelps (Towong Shire Council), Jenny Scicluna (Cardinia Shire Council), Dr Gillian Sparkes (Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning), Kate Symons (Essential Services Commission), Annie Tinney (Commission for Children & Young People), Liana Thompson (Northern Grampians Shire Council), Annie Volkering (DELWP), Linda Weatherson (City of Melbourne) and Jana Stewart (Department of Justice and Community Safety). See more

19.01.2022 Local government elections on track for October 24

17.01.2022 Taking to the footpaths, getting ready for outdoor dining. #postcovid

16.01.2022 Kelly Grigsby Wyndham City CEO has more than 15 years' experience working in the local government sector. At Wyndham City Council she has developed and implemented a modern progressive organisational structure. Kelly joins us for our Global CEO Live Panel Discussion on 17 December with LGiU and LGPro . Book now: bit.ly/global-ceo

16.01.2022 http://NEW EPISODES OF #VLGACONNECT// Ep. 181 - Governance Update On [last] week's Governance Update, so much local government news. A Supreme Court decision reinstates a sacked Council CEO; the Ombudsman reports on how a council officer duped a Council out of $1.6 million; and virtual Council meetings to possible become a permanent feature.... https://youtu.be/zVCm9voawWg Ep. 182 - Newsroom This week in the Newsroom with Kathryn Arndt, local government recognition in the Queen's Birthday honours list; councils respond to a major storm event; and a look ahead to coming events, including Leading the Agenda, a global panel discussion, and VLGA board elections closing soon. https://youtu.be/ieT4UazHxL0

15.01.2022 First up on our #LeadingtheAgenda panel for July is Katie Baldwin, a member of the Risk Committee at City of Monash. To hear from Katie & our other excellent panellists - book now: http://bit.ly/lta-audits

15.01.2022 Local Government Inspectorate: Councillor expenses and allowances: equitable treatment and enhanced integrity. The Inspectorate has published a new report, Councillor expenses and allowances: equitable treatment and enhanced integrity. The report considers a range of issues associated with councillor expenses and allowances and provides guidance and insight into the development and application of expenses policies. Their review of councillor support involved two main aspects:... surveys of councillors and governance staff on the level of support councillors receive, and an audit of several councils to assess compliance with legislation and identify best practice for the benefit of the whole sector. The new Local Government Act 2020 is less prescriptive than its predecessor as to the kind of resources and facilities which should be made available to support councillors, and in defining the types of expenses which may be considered appropriate. This places a particular onus on councils to ensure that expenses policies meet community expectations. You can download the report below. If you have any feedback on the report or wish to discuss the findings with their team, you can contact them via their website. #governance

14.01.2022 Regional Victoria - the Third Step. Changes apply from 11.59pm Wednesday 16 September

14.01.2022 Caretaker Conventions - What Your Council Needs to Know VLGA Connect Live Panel Session with the VLGA & LGPro Wednesday 16 September 2020, 12pm to 1.30pm Bookings https://bit.ly/2R7MP0X

14.01.2022 Emotional intelligence - including empathy, compassion, vulnerability and relationship management - is crucial to the success of Mayors of today, according to our panel. Yesterday's #VLGAConnect live panel discussion with Noelene Duff, Melissa Scadden (Justitia) and Peter Stephenson is now available to view. Those who registered will receive the link, but if you missed out, you can purchase access here:... https://www.vlga.org.au/events-tra/vlga-connect-live-forums

13.01.2022 Your Community Country & Council Join the live forum on Wednesday at 10.30am #reconciliation #localgovernment Steve Cooper Kathryn Arndt

13.01.2022 Our November eNews update went out on Friday, with news on election results, councillor induction training, a reminder about the campaign donation return deadline (3 December!) and more. ICYMI: https://t.co/Hm9cIao7wW Sign up here: https://www.vlga.org.au/newsletter-signup

12.01.2022 You deserve a vote on what happens in your local community. Theres only 1 week left to enrol to vote for upcoming council elections and ensure your addres...s is up-to-date. Enrol now http://bit.ly/VicVote2020 VLGA - Victorian Local Governance Association Inc

11.01.2022 Local government has a huge impact on the lives of young people, and young people have a huge amount to contribute to their councils as elected representatives. Join us and Youth Affairs Council Victoria for a panel and workshop to support young people to run for local councils in 2020.

11.01.2022 Looking forward to the 3rd session in the Your Community Country and Council webinar series. On Wednesday 19 August at 10.30am it will feature Georgia Cromarty from the VEC talking about Candidacy and Community Engagement - not to be missed Bookings www.vlga.org.au/events Kathryn Arndt #localgovernment

09.01.2022 Your Community Country and Council Charles Pakana speaks with Steve Cooper from Civic Mind (and VLGA Connect) on issues relating to governance for councillors and council. A must for all prospective candidates. Steve Cooper Kathryn Arndt #reconciliation #localgovernment

09.01.2022 Join Charles Pakana and Kathryn Arndt in a Live Forum for Your Community Country & Council with John Burgess Thursday 3 September 10.30am to 11.30am Bookings www.vlga.org.au/events

08.01.2022 Calling all prospective local government candidates! You have until 12noon tomorrow 22 September to nominate https://www.vec.vic.gov.au//becoming-a-local-council-candi #LG2020 #kathrynarndt #stevecooper

08.01.2022 There are several special enrolment categories for local council elections if you own or pay rates for a property in a different council to the one you live in, or if you pay rates on a business, then you may be eligible to apply. Contact your council to enrol. #LG2020

08.01.2022 Some people look forward to State Budget week, some people look forward to Christmas... we look forward to the yearly election of Victorian Mayors and Deputy Mayors. Congratulations to all 76 Mayors elected across the state. Great to see slow and steady steps towards gender parity. Not quite record-busting (37 was the record of women Mayors in 2019/20), but close.... Local Women Leading Change

08.01.2022 Yarriambiack Candidate Information session Tuesday 25 August at 6.30pm Bookings www.vlga.org.au/events

07.01.2022 Check out the latest Integrity Matters - Local Government Inspectorate Newsletter, you might even see that the VLGA gets a mention! #localgovernment #goodgovernance Kathryn Arndt Steve Cooper

07.01.2022 Candidate nominations for the Victorian council elections open TODAY, and close 12pm, 22 September. The VLGA was pleased to partner with Ellis Jones and provide content and advice for the Its Our Time campaign. We need more women at the table, leading and contributing to decisions that will shape our future for decades to come. #ItsOurTime ... Find resources and information about nominating, digital campaigning, and leading communities on council, at itsourtime.com.au. As always, theLocal Women Leading Change Your Campaign Toolkit is also a great resource to support your campaign. Thanks to Cr Mi-Lin Chen Yi Mei (City of Yarra), Claire Ferres Miles (Sustainability Victoria), Carol Schwartz (Women's Leadership Institute Australia), and Ruth McGowan for your messages of support for women standing in 2020. #AskHerToStand #TapHerOnTheShoulder #VoteForHer #SupportHer #BeHer

07.01.2022 Your Community Country and Council Join Charles Pakana and Guest Steve Cooper on the YCCC live forum next Wednesday at 1030am https://www.vlga.org.au/%2Fcivicrm%2Fevent%2Finfo%3Fid%3D29 Steve Cooper Kathryn Arndt Reconciliation Victoria #local government

07.01.2022 This year's annual Transport for Melbourne forum is on 'The Future We Must Plan For'. Speakers include Professor David Karoly, Professor Will Steffen, Professor Robyn Eckersley and Adam Bandt. Friday 4 December on YouTube live - bookings essential. Book now: https://bit.ly/3mtyfOV

07.01.2022 The recent Victorian local government elections were truly a social media election, which is proving to be a global trend. The VLGA was pleased to take the opportunity to provide a submission to the Electoral Matters Committee’s Inquiry into the Impact of Social Media on Elections and Electoral Administration. Our recommendations to this Inquiry included: 1. further review with the prospect of expanding the current controls provided for under the ‘Act’ to specifically include... offences in regard to social media activity; 2. serious consideration be given to the expansion of the legislative powers of the Local Government Inspectorate, to enable the LGI to order that particular activity be ceased, or made good; and 3. expansion of the budget of the Local Government Inspectorate to ensure sufficient staff are available to more promptly and thoroughly respond to, and resolve, election-related complaints. To view our full submission: https://www.vlga.org.au/civicrm/mailing/url

07.01.2022 Our Chief Executive Officer, Kathryn Arndt, penned this explainer for Election Watch - University of Melbourne. Have a read.

06.01.2022 IBAC Information Sheet: Building local government integrity during times of crisis or emergency

06.01.2022 Safe Campaigning Guidelines August 2020 - now available Click on the link below.

06.01.2022 Today is your last chance to enrol to vote or update your enrolment - make sure you have checked your enrolment by 4pm, Friday 28 August!

06.01.2022 Your Community Country and Council Live this Wednesday 12 August at 10.30am with award winning journalist Shahni Wellington giving tips on social media and campaigning. Bookings www.vlga.org.au/events Kathryn Arndt #reconciliation #localgovernment ... https://www.vlga.org.au/%2Fcivicrm%2Fevent%2Finfo%3Fid%3D29

06.01.2022 Nominations for the #LG2020 October local council elections are now closed! The ballot draw for each council will take place this afternoon and the full list of candidates will be published on the VEC website later today. @kathryn Arndt

05.01.2022 Proposed Local Government (Governance and Integrity) Regs have been published for consultation. Worth a look

05.01.2022 VLGA Connect Live Panel discussion this Friday 28 August at 1pm: Campaigning in COVID - It's all about social media Bookings www.vlga.org.au/events

03.01.2022 Big day in local government. Nominations to run for council close at 12 noon. It is also the start of the Caretaker period. Good luck to all candidates. https://www.vec.vic.gov.au//becoming-a-local-council-candi

03.01.2022 Lucky last on our panel for #LeadingtheAgenda in July is Mark Dupe, CEO at Baw Baw Shire Council. To hear from Mark & our other panellists, book now: bit.ly/lta-audits #ltajuly Pitcher Partners

03.01.2022 The theme of this year’s NAIDOC week is ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’, recognising that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Embracing the true history of this country - seeing, hearing and learning about the 65,000+ years of First Nations’ history - is one of the key dimensions of reconciliation and truth telling. What are you doing this week to mark NAIDOC week?... #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe https://www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events

02.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Here’s some great information from Women's Health Goulburn North East.

02.01.2022 #LeadingtheAgenda is back for 2021! Join moderator Chris Eddy, GAICD, and panellists Katie Baldwin, Richard Wilson (Pitcher Partners) and Mark Dupe (Baw Baw Shire Council) for our exploration of Audit & Risk Committees on Friday 9 July 2021. This event will be held in person (COVID-restrictions allowing) - book here: http://bit.ly/lta-audits

02.01.2022 Jim Savege is the Chief Executive of Aberdeenshire Council and immediate past chair of Solace Scotland. He joins us for our Global CEO Live Panel Discussion on 17 December, with our partners LGiU and LGPro. Book now: bit.ly/global-ceo

02.01.2022 Election offices now open. They will operate on weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm until Wednesday 21 October 2020, with extended hours on: Thursday 22 October 2020 9 am to 8 pm Friday 23 October 2020 9 am to 6 pm Candidates who need to visit an election office must make an appointment.... #election2020

02.01.2022 On a special edition of #VLGAConnect, Chris Eddy speaks to Chair Administrators of South Gippsland Shire Council (Julie Eisenbise), City of Whittlesea (Lydia Wilson) and City of Casey (Noelene Duff PSM). Watch now: https://t.co/IajpVt3v67

01.01.2022 Kerry Robinson OAM is the CEO at Blacktown City Council, the fourth largest council in Australia. In 2019, Kerry was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his services to local government and town planning. He will be joining us at our Global CEO Live Panel Discussion with LGiU and LGPro on 17 December. Book now: bit.ly/global-ceo