“Purposeful manipulation” - a council crippled - #616

“Purposeful manipulation” - a council crippled - #616

July 14, 2026 · 23 min · Season 6 · Episode 616

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The episode discusses the governance crisis at Hepburn Shire Council and various legal actions involving local councils.

Send us Fan Mail Today on the Local Government News Roundup: Hepburn Shire Council crippled by councillor stand-downs, in what the council calls a purposeful manipulation of the Local Government Act - the latest on the governance crisis is coming upPlus new court action against the government, this time from Boroondara CouncilA NSW councillor suspended from officeBlacktown opts for a reduced special rate variationGold Coast Council’s CEO seeks legal advice on a proposed leadership reviewNew C...

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