Victorian Minister for Local Government, Melissa Horne, has extended the appointment of municipal monitors at Moonee Valley Council for a further seven months.
Monitors Prue Digby and Phillip Carruthers were initially appointed to act as monitors for a six-month period, from 29 January to 29 July 2024. Their appointment has now been extended by the Minister until 28 February 2025.Â
The report notes that while the Council has made progress in improving its governance practices, work is still required to support good governance while IBAC investigations are ongoing and to ensure stability during the October 2024 elections.
“I thank Ms Digby and Mr Carruthers for their ongoing work as monitors to Moonee Valley City Council. They will continue to support the council in the lead up to and following the council elections in October,” said Ms Horne.
During their extension, the monitors will support the Council to improve its councillor induction program and strengthen relationships between councillors, said the Minister. They will also work with the council to support its processes and practices relating to CEO recruitment and employment.Â
