Since the Local Government (Governance and Integrity) Amendment Regulations 2024 were finalised on 22 October 2024, the local government regulatory regime in Victoria has experienced significant change. The most impactful include the new Model Councillor Code of Conduct for all councils and mandatory training for mayors, deputy mayors and councillors, both at induction and throughout the four-year term.
With a proven track record of supporting councils to change culture, improve conduct and deliver on good local governance, the VLGA is well-placed to help councils and councillors navigate these reforms.
In the latest member exclusive edition of Governance Insights, the VLGA unpacks the implications of these changes, and what they mean for councils. We examine the decision to not proceed with the previously foreshadowed requirement for each council to adopt a binding Councillor Social Media Policy or a Councillor Confidentiality Policy, and the alternative approach that is now recommended.
We also take a closer look at the Model Councillor Code of Conduct – providing an explanation about the meaning and application of each clause in language designed with councillors in mind.
Governance Insights is available to all VLGA member councils, and brings you practical insights on changes to the sector, the implications for councils and the steps councils need to take to ensure good governance.
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