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Inspector Launches $120,000 Perth Council Inquiry, May Dismiss Members

By Drooid · Sep 15, 2026, 12:14 AM UTC · How we work

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Local Government Inspector Tony Brown launched a three-month inquiry into the City of Perth council.
The inquiry is expected to cost about $120,000.
Brown warned the final report could recommend dismissing the council or individual members.
City chief executive Michelle Reynolds was suspended in May after the monitor’s findings were briefed.
Brown will present the inquiry’s findings behind closed doors on Monday evening.

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Local Government Inspector Tony Brown launched a three-month inquiry into the City of Perth council.
The inquiry is expected to cost about $120,000.
Brown warned the final report could recommend dismissing the council or individual members.
City chief executive Michelle Reynolds was suspended in May after the monitor’s findings were briefed.
Brown will present the inquiry’s findings behind closed doors on Monday evening.