Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Governance is the overall process by which the Council ensures its decision making is transparent and accountable, and that its operation is democratic and well managed. We have numerous controls in place to provide for good governance and to ensure that members of the public can access, understand and participate in Council activities. 

Good governance in the public sector makes a significant contribution to improving people's lives. When local governments practice good governance, their communities are more connected and engaged, better services are provided, and more effective use is made of resources. In meeting the highest standards of public accountability, good governance produces better outcomes.

Good governance is highly valued by Glenelg Shire Councillors and the Council administration.

Glenelg Shire Council Governance Rules

Council at its 27 September 2022 Council Meeting adopted its Governance Rules(PDF, 2MB) .

Giving effect to section 60 of the Local Government Act 2020, the purpose of the Governance Rules 2020 is to guide:

  • The conduct of Council meetings.
  • The conduct of meetings of delegated committees.
  • The form and availability of meeting records.
  • The election of the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor.
  • The appointment of an Acting Mayor.
  • An election period policy.
  • The procedures for the disclosure of a conflict of interest by a Councillor or a member of a delegated committee.
  • The procedure for the disclosure of a conflict of interest by a Councillor.
  • The disclosure of a conflict of interest by a member of Council staff when providing information in respect of a matter.
  • Attending meetings virtually
  • Any other matters prescribed by the regulations.

 

 

 

 

 

Public Interest Disclosure (Whistleblower) Procedures

Victoria’s Public Interest Disclosures Act 2012 provides protections for people who make disclosures about improper conduct in the public sector

Council Elections

On Saturday 24 October 2020 Local Government elections were held across Victoria.

Child Safe Standards

Compulsory minimum standards for organisations that provide services for children.

Privacy

The Glenelg Shire Council is committed to protecting individual’s right to privacy.

Freedom of Information

The Freedom of Information Act 1982 applies to all Victorian municipalities.

Fraud and Corruption Control

Council is committed to protecting its revenue, expenditure, reputation and assets from any attempt to gain financial or other benefits by deceit or dishonest conduct.

Audit and Risk Committee

The Audit and Risk Committee assists with oversight in the areas of risk, governance, financial management, and compliance.

Gender Equality

Gender equality is the equal rights, responsibilities and opportunities of women, men, trans and gender diverse people.

Councillor Expenditure

In the interests of accountability and transparency the Councillor Expenditure Quarterly Report is provided to Council following each quarter of the financial year.

Council Policies

Review the latest active policies as enacted by Glenelg Shire Council which aim to provide consistency in decision making and clarity.

Documents For Public Inspection

Prepared in accordance with Council’s Transparency Policy adopted at Council on 25 August 2020.

Summary of Personal Interests

As part of the Shire’s commitment to transparency, and as required under Section 135 of Local Government Act 2020 this page holds a summary of the personal interests of Councillors, the Chief Executive Officer and Nominated Officers.

Personal Interests Returns are required to be submitted by Councillors, Delegated Committee Members, the CEO and Nominated Officers of Council.

Online Terms of Use

Council provides its online services, including Council managed social media pages, on the following terms.

 

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