Seeking counsel on trimming local government

Legislation slowly working its way through parliament contains the most significant changes to councils for decades. But a move to cut the number of councillors, and its impact, warrants closer observation, argues Matt Osborn.

City council "in good shape" despite continued abuse, infighting: CEO

Adelaide City Council’s CEO says there is “no reason to be alarmed” by elected member infighting at Town Hall, while confirming one councillor lodged a formal complaint after an argument spilled over into confrontation at Tuesday night’s meeting.

Adelaide City councillor Anne Moran claims she was yelled at by fellow councillor Mary Couros at last night's council meeting. Photo: Tony Lewis/InDaily

City councillor tensions boil over in corridor confrontation

UPDATED: Town Hall tensions have erupted at last night’s Adelaide City Council meeting, with claims of physical intimidation and verbal abuse being hurled between councillors on opposing sides of the “Team Adelaide” faction.