Local Government Act - Advanced

Overview

The 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;
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.

Duration

9:00am - 4:30pm

Fees

$580.00 (plus GST)

Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy
All transfer or cancellation requests must be made by emailing training@walga.asn.au

Training at WALGA - If you wish to change or cancel your confirmed course the following applies:

More than 10 business days prior to course commencement - no charge for either a cancellation or change request.
Cancellation request between 10-6 business days - 50% refund on pre-payment.
Less than 5 business days, no refund for cancellation and no transfer to another date allowed.
Non-Attendance - there is no refund or transfer for non-attendance.

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

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