Record Keeping Fundamentals

eLearning Course Overview

Recordkeeping in Local Government is more than a legislative requirement — it underpins good governance, informed decision‑making, accountability, transparency and the preservation of local history.

Elected Members have a critical responsibility to create, capture and manage records in the course of performing their functions. When this isn’t done correctly, the risks can be significant.

Record Keeping Fundamentals for Elected Members provides practical guidance to help Elected Members get it right.

 A practical, governance‑focused course that supports Elected Members — and makes life easier for governance and records teams.

Target Audience

• Elected Members 

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.

Modules & Duration

• Module 1: Record Keeping Fundamentals

This eLearning course is self‑paced, allowing you to study at a time that suits you. Access begins at enrolment and ends when you complete the course or when your access period expires, whichever occurs first.

Estimated duration: approximately 50 minutes (Timings are indicative only. Please allow additional time to complete summary tests.)

Fees & Access

• Single course fee – 3‑month access
  • $95.00 (plus GST) per person

• Subscription access – 12‑month access for up to 50 participants

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