Bailey resigns from council

Northern Grampians Shire Council hopes to appoint a new chief executive by the end of October.

Mayor Kevin Erwin confirmed the council would start advertising the position as soon as possible after accepting the resignation of Michael Bailey on Monday.

“From our point of view it’s disappointing but we’re happy for him and he will do a great job in whatever position he takes up. We’re grateful for the time he’s spent with us and he has certainly made his stamp on the area,” he said.

Mr Bailey has taken up a new position and while falling short of revealing confidential details, said he would remain in Stawell.

“It’s been an amazing journey filled with experiences I could never have imagined,” he said.

“Not many people can say they met a prince, had dinner with the Prime Minister and dinner with the French Ambassador at his residence in Canberra all in the one year.

“We are privileged to have the councillors we have in this community. They are committed beyond reason and so incredibly passionate about guiding our community into the future while protecting the past.

“The support from the community has been unreal – we have taken on some massive projects that hopefully will help shape a changing direction for Northern Grampians.

“For me and my family though, it’s time for a change.”

Mr Bailey has worked with the council since May 2015 and been chief executive since August 2016.