Tag: COUNCIL
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Cr CLAIRE PONTIN ELECTED MIDCOAST COUNCIL MAYOR
The Mid Coast officially has a new mayor, with Claire Pontin taking on the top job. The former deputy mayor defeated councilor Peter Epov seven to four in a vote amongst councilors this afternoon. Councilor Alan Tickle was also elected deputy mayor. The roles will be up for grabs again in September, next year.
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MIDCOAST COUNCIL DEALING WITH STAFF SHORTAGES CAUSED BY COVID OUTBREAK
MidCoast Council is this week dealing with staff shortages, after many were listed as close contacts or contracted COVID. They’re asking the community to exercise patience when using some of their most popular services
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LISMORE COUNCIL THE MOST COMPLAINED ABOUT IN NEW SOUTH WALES
Lismore Council is the most complained about council in New South Wales, according to new data. 52 complaints were made about the conduct of councillors between 2019 and 2020. Armidale came in second, with 24 complaints. New South Wales Labor has urged the government to launch a review into the code of conduct for councillors.…
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DAVID WEST RETAINED AS MIDCOAST COUNCIL MAYOR
David West has been returned as MidCoast mayor, but it hasn’t been without challenges. Councillor Peter Epov was also gunning for the role at this afternoon’s council meeting, but he was outvoted 5-2. Councillor Katheryn Smith abstained from voting for personal reasons. Deputy mayor Claire Pontin retained her position unopposed. The roles were up for…