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- 1 Aug 2024
Chief Municipal Inspector's introduction
Proactive sector engagement remains an ongoing priority for my office, particularly in the lead up to the local council elections in October this year.
Local Government Amendment (Governance and Integrity) Bill 2024
On Wednesday 19 June 2024, the Local Government Amendment (Governance and Integrity) Bill 2024 was passed by Parliament.
Reminder: Sitting councillors cannot use council resources for electioneering purposes
We have already received several complaints regarding use of council resources for electioneering.
Key dates for local council elections
The 2024 local council elections are approaching fast.
Mandatory Councillor Awareness Training Update
In January 2024, the Inspectorate made recommendations to Local Government Victoria around reforms to be made to the existing mandatory local government candidate training.
APSAC Conference - Darwin, 2024
Earlier this week, the LGI team presented a workshop at the Australian Public Sector Anti-Corruption Conference (APSACC) in Darwin.
Councillor Conduct Framework Review Update
Work continues on the Inspectorate’s review of the Councillor Conduct Framework.
Investigations into misuse of position
In recent years, the LGI has investigated a number of complaints where the councillor group, or an individual councillor, has sought and received legal advice without a resolution of council or through a process that is in line with council’s own legal advice policy.
Fifteen years of strengthening local government integrity
Sunday 1 September 2024 marks the 15-year anniversary of the LGI’s inception.
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