Overview
- Council will vote on December 9 on revoking the November 18 resolution that authorised a Mills Oakley review of up to $125,000.
- Bruce Reynolds says he will ask incoming Local Government Inspector Tony Brown, who starts January 1, 2026, to conduct an independent review.
- Acting CEO Peta Mabbs resigned after warning the November 18 decision was unlawful due to insufficient notice and no opportunity for advice.
- Wendy Attenborough is serving as acting CEO until Michelle Reynolds returns from leave on December 15, with Paul White covering at one meeting.
- Premier Roger Cook described the situation as an "ongoing soap opera" but said he was pleased with efforts to stabilise the council as a packed gallery voiced criticism.