Local Government Act - Advanced

Overview

This course discusses our legal system, how to understand and interpret statutes and how to relate this specifically to the Local Government Act 1995. Other relevant Acts and Regulations are referred to throughout the course.
 
Participants will apply research skills to monitor and assess compliance and the impact of legislation on administrative action and Council decisions. Participants will increase their knowledge and skills in order to respond to questions or provide information to Council and Elected Members.

Target Audience

All Managers and Officers whose role and responsibilities requires them to comply with the Local Government Act 1995.

Learning Outcomes

• Introduction to our legal system;
• Understanding and interpret Acts, Regulations and Cases;
• Understanding the General, Legislative and Executive Functions;
• Delegation, Authorisations and Appointments;
• Compliance in action;
• Governance and governing;
• The mechanics of advice to Council and Elected Members; and
• Delegated power under the Local Government Act 1995.

Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy

All transfer or cancellation requests must be made via our request form.

Please refer to the WALGA Terms and Conditions of Enrolment for further conditions including COVID-19, On-Site training and course cancellations. 

Upcoming Course Dates