Appointment of the new Minister for Local Government – Nick Staikos
The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) would like to congratulate The Hon Nick Staikos MP on his recent appointment as Victorian Minister for Local Government. Minister Staikos’ appointment coincides with the new council term and the recent election of many first-time councillors to the sector. As a former councillor himself, Mr Staikos has experienced first-hand the challenges facing t
New Commissioners Appointed to Oversee Parliamentary Behaviour
The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) would like to congratulate the Victorian Government on the establishment of the Parliamentary Workplace and Integrity Commission. It would also like to warmly acknowledge the appointment of Mr David Wolf as Chair and Commissioner and Ms Natasha De Silva as sessional Commissioner for the next five years. VLGA CEO Kathryn Arndt welcomes the establish
VLGA Board Office Bearer Appointment
Statement from the VLGA CEO & Returning Officer – Kathryn Arndt I am delighted to announce that Cr Janet Pearce from Macedon Ranges Shire has recently been appointed Vice President of the VLGA. This follows the appointment of former Vice President Cr Grace La Vella to the position of President in November. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Cr Pearce on her appointment and I loo