Former local government CEO and public servant John Watson recently stepped down as Chair of the Victorian Local Government Grants Commission after 11 years.

He has led at least three councils, held senior roles in state government, and still serves on several boards and audit committees.

John joins Chris Eddy on Roundup Unfiltered to reflect on a career in local government that has seen many changes and reforms… and we find out what’s next for one of the elder statesmen of the sector in Victoria.

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