Statue resurrection, short-stay data, and the 'end of the backyard.'

Local Government News Roundup

On the Roundup for 9th February 2024:

• A controversial Captain Cook statue to be resurrected, but a Harry Potter-themed event in Mornington Peninsula Shire is now in doubt;
• Vandals strike in Baw Baw Shire;
• A CEO released from her contract for health reasons;
• Newly revealed data on the link between short-stay rentals and the housing crisis;
• Melbourne councillors in the running for the prestigious McKinnon Prize;
• Councils take on the NSW state government over housing reforms;
• A Sydney council withdraws support for drag story time events;
• A suspended councillor wins a stay in court;
• A council passes a no-confidence vote in its Mayor;
  

And much more news from councils across Australia and beyond.

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