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Publish date: 21 August 2025
At its Ordinary Council Meeting held in Wycheproof on Wednesday, Buloke Shire Council appointed Daniel McLoughlan as Interim Chief Executive Officer, commencing 1 September 2025.
This interim arrangement will remain in place for up to 12 weeks until a permanent CEO is appointed or Council resolves to make an alternative interim appointment.
Daniel has served as Director Infrastructure and Delivery since March 2024 and has been a valued member of Council since 2019, previously holding roles as Senior Manager Assets and Capital Works Projects Officer.
A proud Buloke local and graduate of Birchip P-12 School, Daniel returned to the region in 2012.
He shared his enthusiasm for the role, saying: “I’m excited by the opportunity to lead a high performing, engaged team in a community I know well and care deeply about during this important period of transition.”
Daniel played a key leadership role in Buloke Shire Council’s flood recovery efforts following the October 2022 flood event.
As Senior Manager Flood Recovery and Municipal Emergency Management Officer, he led Council’s response and recovery operations, coordinated infrastructure assessments and supported community outreach initiatives that earned Council statewide and national recognition for disaster preparedness and resilience.
Outgoing Chief Executive Officer Wayne O’Toole will officially conclude his duties on 29 August 2025, following a period of leave commencing 25 August. Daniel will act as CEO during this time.
Council acknowledges Wayne’s resignation and thanks him for his dedicated service and leadership and congratulates Daniel on his appointment.