Record Keeping Fundamentals

eLearning Course Overview

Recordkeeping in Local Government is not just a legislative requirement. It is necessary for efficient operations, informed decision-making, accountability and transparency, and preservation of local history. Elected Members have an important responsibility to create and capture records, related to the performance of their functions. This course introduces Elected Members to Local Government recordkeeping requirements, how they related to Elected Members and how to fulfil their recordkeeping responsibilities. 

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Target Audience

  • Elected Members 

Dates & Fees

  • eLearning (enrol anytime, to complete within 3 months from date of enrolment).
  • $60.00 (plus GST) *Early Bird Price*
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Learning Outcomes

  • Recognise the importance of recordkeeping in Local Government
  • Comprehend the legislative framework and requirements of the Local Government Act 1995, State Records Act 2000 and Freedom of Information Act 1992;
  • Identify what is a corporate record and what is not;
  • Understand your recordkeeping responsibilities and how to keep appropriate records; 
  • Develop familiarity with the ways Local Government records can be accessed
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Acknowledgement of Country

WALGA acknowledges the continuing connection of Aboriginal people to Country, culture and community. We embrace the vast Aboriginal cultural diversity throughout Western Australia, including Boorloo (Perth), on the land of the Whadjuk Nyoongar People, where WALGA is located and we acknowledge and pay respect to Elders past and present.

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