...Government stimulus package. After failing earlier this year to deliver an election promise to freeze rates, Mayor Ron Clarke last night said rates bills would increase. "We've been told by the officers that their recommendation will look to a rise of up...
...and a couple of likely contenders would be the redeveloped Southport Broadwater or the beach at the end of Cavill Avenue. Mayor Ron Clarke is already a fan. "In an earlier life I was involved in the formation of a world series tour of Australia by Jonah...
...Coast Mayor Ron Clarke has been applauded for demanding more decorum at council meetings. However, some people believe they are above his demands. Clarke ordered that texting, talking, eating, leaving without notice, ignoring council business and...
...role," said Cr Crichlow. "He also used to wear the mayoral chains and robes and I think that should be brought back by Ron Clarke. It is a sign of authority." Cr Clarke, who has refused to wear the mayoral chains at meetings, said he would not change his mind....
...$275,000 on domestic and international travel. But it is the fortune paid to consultants that has raised eyebrows. Mayor Ron Clarke has suggested the use of consultants could lead to permanent staff being laid off. "I actually see it as a solution where...
...heated three-hour debate on the dumped $400 million council headquarters, councillors narrowly endorsed a proposal by Mayor Ron Clarke to buy new buildings and land. The plan, approved by an 8 to 7 vote, could transform the tranquil surrounds of Evandale...
Background
Ronald (Ron) William Clarke (born February 21, 1937 in Victoria) is a former Australian athlete, mayor and writer, best known middle and long distance runners in the 1960s. He is best remembered for setting seventeen world records.
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