On Saturday, 4 September 2021 Local Government Elections will take place across NSW.

In preparation for this Yass Valley, Upper Lachlan Shire and Goulburn Mulwaree Councils have joined together to conduct three pre-election candidate sessions to assist members of the public who may be interested in running for Council in their area.

To attend the Goulburn session please register

Wednesday 7 July @ 6:00pm - Goulburn Mulwaree Council, 184 Bourke St, Goulburn, NSW

SUMMARY OF THE SESSION

The information evening is for anyone who is

Interested in becoming a Councillor
Are seeking an understanding of the role and responsibilities of an elected member

These informative sessions will be about what it is like to be a Councillor, including:

The Integrated Planning & Reporting system
Council meeting procedures and the rules of debate
Relationships between Councillors and staff
Conflicts of interest (Pecuniary, Non-pecuniary & Lobbying)
Expenses and Allowances
Access to key staff
Training

You will also receive an information pack containing information to help them decided whether running for council is for you.

To attend a session you must register, please head to your chosen Council webpage or call to register your interest.

Upper Lachlan Shire Council | 02 4830 1000 www.upperlachlan.nsw.gov.au

Goulburn Mulwaree Council | 02 4823 4444 www.goulburn.nsw.gov.au

Yass Valley Council | 02 6226 1477 www.yassvalley.nsw.gov.au

Please note limited numbers for physical attendance will apply for venues to keep in line with COVID-19 restrictions.

Local Government - Pre-Candidate Briefing Session - Goulburn