Under the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021, councils must ensure that induction training is delivered to councillors who have been elected for the first time and refresher training for councillors who are re-elected, within 6 months of their election.

The Cyber Security Awareness Working Group (CSAWG) is responsible for providing advice to Cyber Security NSW on awareness and training initiatives targeting NSW Government and councils. Membership is via invitation. To find out more, contact community@cyber.nsw.gov.au

The Cyber Security Community of Practice (CoP) provides information and a collaboration opportunity for NSW Government staff members who are working within a cyber security role or interested in cyber security. NSW Government Cyber Security Community of Practice members also include staff from smaller agencies, councils, and universities. To find out more or to join, contact community@cyber.nsw.gov.au

The Cyber Security Councils Forum (CSCF) provides information, advice, collaboration and engagement across NSW councils. This forum is an opportunity for information to be shared from Cyber Security NSW and allows for questions and open discussions on how to best uplift cyber security within various councils. It is also an opportunity for councils to identify existing resources that can be used to reduce duplication of work. To find out more or to join, contact community@cyber.nsw.gov.au