Moira Shire Council Welcomes Acting Chief Executive Officer
Published on 23 October 2023
Moira Shire Council is pleased to announce Mr. Michael Tudball as the Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Tudball officially assumed his responsibilities on October 23 for a six-month period.
John Tanner AM, Chair of the Panel of Administrators at Moira Shire Council, stated, "We believe that Michael Tudball's wealth of experience in local and state government, including his previous role as CEO of Southern Grampians Shire Council and recent role as interim Chief Executive Officer at Corangamite Shire Council, makes him an excellent choice for the interim CEO position. His extensive background aligns with our commitment to providing stable leadership during this transitional period."
This strategic appointment is to provide the organisation with stability while allowing ample time to conduct a comprehensive search for a permanent CEO who will guide Moira Shire into the future.
Mr. Tudball's career includes serving as an interim CEO at Corangamite Shire Council, as well as holding positions as a Councillor and Mayor for Moorabool Shire Council. Additionally, he has held directorships in various organisations, including Hindmarsh Shire Council, the Department of Transport and Planning, Grampians Tourism, Great South Coast Regional Partnerships, and the Country Fire Authority.
Mr. Tudball expressed his commitment to Moira Shire Council on Monday, stating, "My main objective is to continue to bring stability and effective governance to Moira Shire Council. I am here to support the hard work of our dedicated staff and to work with the Panel of Administrators and Recruitment Consultant towards finding a permanent CEO who will guide Moira Shire into the future."
Mr Tudball also emphasised the importance of transparency and openness.
“I aim to be accessible to the community, encouraging open dialogue and creating an environment of trust and faith in your Council. Your voices matter, and I am here to listen and ensure that your concerns and ideas are heard and appropriately considered,” he said.
John Tanner and the Panel of Administrators would like to take this opportunity to express its deep appreciation to Mr. Josh Lewis for his exceptional service as acting CEO during an extraordinarily challenging period. His leadership and dedication have been truly commendable.
The council looks forward to the upcoming Council meeting where Mr Tudball will first address the community and is confident that his wealth of experience will contribute to our vision to be the best shire council in Victoria.