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The CEO of the VLGA, Kathryn Arndt, joins VLGA Connect to talk about the week's news from around local government, plus a look ahead to VLGA activities and upcoming episodes of the program.
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Mark Coulton, the Federal Minister for Local Government, Regional Health and Regional Communications, brings VLGA Connect a national perspective on the local government sector during COVID-19.
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CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) EASING OF RESTRICTIONS
The Premier has announced a gradual easing of restrictions in Victoria in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Stephen Cooper of Civic Mind returns to talk about the latest governance issues in local government in Victoria, including electoral structures, the newest sections of the Local Government Act to come into effect, and the take up of virtual Council meetings.
Victoria's Commissioner for Children and Young People, Liana Buchanan, speaks about the heightened risks for young people from increased online engagement, social isolation and changes to schooling methods during COVID-19.
On this episode of VLGA Connect, Michel Masson talks about the work of Infrastructure Victoria, preparing for a post-COVID-19 world, and the role of local government in helping shape the infrastructure agenda.
We take a look back at the week of news and views on VLGA Connect and from around local government, and ahead to what's in store next week.
The Minister for Local Government, the Hon. Adem Somyurek joins VLGA Connect to discuss current sector issues, including the timing of Council elections, introduction of virtual Council meetings, and the performance of the sector in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recorded Wednesday 29th April.
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