Local Government Amendment (Councillor Conduct and Other Matters Bill) 2008 passes Legislative Assembly
I was pleased to see that the amendments supported in the Legislative Council were accepted by the Legislative Assembly earlier this week. The VLGA is proud of our success in advocating on behalf of councillors, candidates and community leaders. A copy of the debate in the Legislative Assembly can be viewed here.
Over the last few weeks we’ve spoken with hundreds of candidates standing for election. It is great to see the passion for local community as well as sector issues. I am also heartened that a vast majority welcome our direct support and advocacy for community leaders and councilors.
However, we are still concerned about the low level of women’s participation in this election, as outlined in a joint Media Release with the Women’s Participation In Local Government Coalition which can be viewed on our website.
Online Survey Extension
During our discussions with candidates, we were asked by a number to extend the deadline fir our online survey which we have now done.
If you have not completed our very brief and anonymous online survey yet – you now have until midnight this coming Sunday 16th November. The survey can be found at http://surveys.infoxchange.net.au/s?s=1517
Whether or not you are retiring, we’d love to see you at this event on November 27th from 4-8pm. Details are on our website.
I wanted to remind you of this event to be held on the
Following a very brief (5 minute) General Meeting to approve new members,
please join VLGA friends and members, newly elected mayors and councilors, and Local Government Minister Richard Wynne for drinks and entertainment.
Warm Regards,
Beth
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