The newly appointed acting chief executive of the Dunedin City Council says she wants the job permanently. Sandy Graham will take up the role after the July 17 departure of chief executive Sue Bidrose, who is leaving to head AgResearch in Christchurch. The recruitment process to find a permanent replacement for Dr Bidrose is under way and Ms Graham confirmed she would apply. The appointment of an acting chief executive was confirmed by councillors at this week’s Dunedin City Council meeting. Parks and recreation group manager Robert West will fill in for Ms Graham andparks and cemetery manager Scott MacLean will cover for Mr West, also in an acting capacity.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 02, 2020 16:52 UTC