Publications

A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.

List of publications

Categories

Rating Policy: Giving Notice

This policy aims to provide guidance to local governments on the legislative requirements governing the giving of notice on rates. June 2023.

Rating Policy: Differential Rates

Local governments impose rates on the properties within their district to raise revenue to fund the services and facilities provided to residents and visitors. March 2023.

A Guide to Meetings

A guide to meetings for elected members to support their effective participation in council and committee meetings.

Primary and Annual Returns

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Disclosures of Interest

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Financial Ratios

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Delegations, Authorisations and Acting Through

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Local laws

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Legal Representation for Council Members and Employees

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Use of Corporate Credit Cards

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Elected Members' Relationship with Developers

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Net Current Assets Used in the Annual Budget

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Clarity in Council Motions

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Disruptive behaviour by the public at council meetings

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Council forums

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Elected member induction

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Managing Public Question Time

Local Government Operational Guidelines

Page reviewed 07 September 2023