Council Chief Executive Officer reappointed

Published on 04 June 2026

Loddon Shire Council Chief Executive Officer Lincoln Fitzgerald has been reappointed to the position.

Mr Fitzgerald was appointed by Councillors under a new five-year contract effective from 1 November 2026.

He was initially appointed to a five-year contract in 2021, which expires on 31 October this year.

Loddon Shire Mayor Dan Straub said Councillors had little hesitation in offering Mr Fitzgerald a new contract.

“Lincoln has led Loddon Shire outstandingly during his time here, including navigating out of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2022 and 2023 floods and a whole host of financial and other challenges that go with a rural municipality,” Cr Straub said.

“We look forward to him continuing to lead Council as we seek to achieve the aims of the 2025-29 Council Plan, the advocacy program that we have and will continue to run, and ensuring Loddon Shire is well positioned for the future.”

Mr Fitzgerald said he was honoured to be reappointed.

“I see this as a vote of confidence not just in myself but the whole organisation and the direction we are heading,” he said.

“I have really enjoyed working in this community, and the support I have received in it, and look forward to continuing to doing so.” 

Prior to being appointed CEO, Mr Fitzgerald previously worked in a range of roles including at the City of Greater Bendigo and Mount Alexander Shire Council, as well as overseas.