In this episode, we discuss Southern Downs Regional Council’s innovative approach to engaging with their younger community members. This episode features Michael Bell, the Manager of Community and Cultural Services, , who was the driver of esta

Climate emergency declaration and its impacts on the sector and the community

Sep 22nd, 2020 38m 54s

In this episode, we talk with Steph Amir and Trent McCarthy, two councillors at Darebin City Council about council’s decision to be the first in Australia to declare a climate emergency on 5 December 2016, what was involved in doing so and the

Leading through challenges to emerge into a new future

Jul 9th, 2020 37m 21s

In this episode, we talk with Glenn Patterson about how he has led the council through this period of turmoil and how they are planning to emerge into a post COVID-19 future. About our guest speakerGlenn Patterson is the CEO of Casey Council l

Reflections on learning, life and career in public service

Apr 8th, 2020 35m 36s

In this episode, we interview Noelene Duff, an experienced senior leader in both State and Local government management, about her reflection on public service, her professional career and her advice to young public servants.About our guest spea

Deliberative democracy in community engagement & local government decision-making

Mar 5th, 2020 37m 11s

In this episode, we interview Amanda Stone, a Councillor at the City of Yarra Council, about deliberative democracy and how it can enhance the work of local government through engaging and connecting with community stakeholders. About our guest

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