Elected Member Training

Professional Development for Elected Members

The Local Government Act 2019 provides that all Elected Members of Council must complete approved professional development about the responsibilities of being an Elected Member, within twelve months of each general election.

The essential courses are:

Stage 1 (to be delivered on 19th January 2022) 

  • Introduction to the Code of Conudt
  • Understanding Conflicts of Interest
  • Roles and Responsibilities of Elected Members

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Stage 2 (date of delivery TBA)

  • Understanding Local Government
  • Council Decision Making and Meeting Procedures
  • Introduction of Council Finances