Codes of Conduct

The Shire is committed to maintaining high standards of integrity, accountability and respectful behaviour in local government.

Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates

Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates (in an election) are required to comply with the Shire's Code of Conduct, which is based on the Model Code of Conduct established under the Local Government Act 1995 and the Local Government (Model Code of Conduct) Regulations 2021. The Code sets clear standards of behaviour and promotes public confidence in local government decision-making.

The Code applies to:

  • Elected Council Members;
  • Members of Council Committees; and
  • Candidates standing for election to Council.
Elected Members and Committee Members are expected to act in the public interest, maintain professional working relationships, and contribute positively to a safe and respectful workplace and meeting environment.   

Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates Code of Conduct







Employees




Employees are expected to act honestly, ethically and with integrity.   The Employee Code of Conduct establishes the standards of behaviour expected of all employees and provides a framework for ethical decision-making, responsible conduct and service to the community.






Code of Conduct for Employees








Making a Complaint




Where a person believes that a Council Member, Committee Member, Candidate or an Employee has failed to comply with the Code of Conduct, a complaint may be made in accordance with the procedures established under the Local Government Act 1995. 








Complaints may relate to behavioural matters, conduct matters or other breaches prescribed under the legislation. Depending on the nature and seriousness of the allegation, matters may be dealt with by the Shire, the Local Government Inspector, an Adjudicator or the State Administrative Tribunal. 




For Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates Behaviour Breach Complaints please refer to Council's Policy and Forms below.


Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates Code of Conduct Complaint Handling Policy Division 3


Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates Code of Conduct Behavioural Breach Complaint Form Division 3




For Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates Rules of Conduct Breach Complaints or General Complaints, please refer to the Local Government Inspectors website.




For General Complaints relating to the Shire's employees please refer to the Local Government Inspectors website.