Balonne Shire Council has announced the appointment of Graeme Kanofski as the organisation’s interim CEO, following the resignation of Matthew Magin.
Mr Kanofski comes to the role with more than 50 years experience in Local Government, having served as CEO for both Calliope and Gladstone Council’s, along with a number of recent acting CEO roles and other government related board and director positions.
Mayor, Samantha O’Toole welcomed the appointment of Mr Kanofski.
“Mr Kanofski’s extensive experience in Local Government means he is well placed to minimise disruption and ensure a smooth transition of the CEO position,” said Mayor O’Toole.
“I would like to sincerely thank Matthew for his exemplary service to the Shire since his appointment as Council’s CEO in November of 2016.
“Council is now undertaking a comprehensive nation-wide recruitment process with a view to appointing the permanent Chief Executive Officer by the end of 2024.
“At this stage, Mr Kanofski will fill the interim role until the end of the year, however the
appointment of a permanent CEO can take time and the final finishing date will be mutually
negotiated depending on how the recruitment progresses.
“Together with Councillors and the Council team, I look forward to welcoming Mr Kanofski to guide Council’s day-to-day operations through this period,” she said.
