Council Circular 25-07 Misuse of council resources – 3 May 2025 Federal election
In the lead up to the Federal election on 3 May 2025, councillors, council staff, and other council officials should be aware of and comply with their obligations under the Model Code of Conduct for Local Councils in NSW (the Model Code of Conduct) in relation to the use of council resources.
Council Circular 25-06 Rating information 2025-26
Maximum boarding house tariffs for 2025-26 have been determined.
Maximum interest rate payable on overdue rates and charges for 2025-26 has been determined.
Section 603 Certificate fee for 2025-26 has been determined.
Statutory limit on the maximum amount of minimum rates for 2025-26 has been determined.
Council Circular 25-05 Onsite Wastewater Management Guidelines
The Onsite Wastewater Management Guidelines (the Guidelines – previously known as the Environment & Health Protection Guidelines: On-site Sewage Management for Single Households or Silver Book) have been updated.
The updated Guidelines follow extensive sector consultation and constitute a technical update to capture technological advancements, the latest scientific literature and emerging trends in land use.
NSW Government appoints new Grants Commissioners
Friday, 7 March 2025 NSW Government has announced three new Commissioners have been appointed to the Local Government Grants Commission, including former Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) president Linda Scott as chair. The appointments reflect a refresh of the Grants...
Council Circular 25-04 Draft Quarterly Budget Review Statement Guidelines
Financial reporting is an important part of a transparent and accountable local government.
To ensure councillors have effective oversight and are in control of the financial performance of their council, the Office of Local Government (OLG) has revised the Quarterly Budget Review Statement Guidelines for Local Government (the draft Guidelines).
Council Circular 25-03 Review of the NSW Companion Animal Laws – Discussion Paper
The NSW Government has committed to a comprehensive review of the Companion Animals Act 1998 (Companion Animals Act).
The Minister for Local Government, the Hon. Ron Hoenig MP, is commencing the review by inviting public submissions on a discussion paper.
NSW pet laws go under the microscope
Wednesday, 26 February 2025 Pet owners and members of the public are being invited to help shape cat and dog laws in NSW, with the NSW Government delivering on its election commitment to conduct a wide-ranging review of the Companion...
A ‘purr’-fect digital home for cats and dogs
Sunday, 23 February 2025 Registering your pet, reporting a missing pet, and keeping track of key events in your pet’s life is now as easy as a few clicks thanks to the new and improved digital NSW Pet Registry. Owners...
NSW Government launches local council grants to combat hate and strengthen community cohesion
Thursday, 20 February 2025 The Minns Labor Government has launched the latest round of the NSW Social Cohesion Grants for Local Government designed to enhance councils’ ability to prevent and respond to hate. The program strengthens local government capability to...
Council Circular 25-02 Time Series Data 2023-24
The Time Series data for 2023-24 has been released.
Councils will be able to monitor their performance against similar or neighbouring councils.