Conflict of Interest Policy

Council provides a diverse range of services and is trusted with a range of decision-making powers so that it can govern in the best interests of the local community. These powers must be exercised properly and impartially, with integrity and in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020 (Act).  

A number of functions performed by Council have the potential to lead to conflicts of interest arising. This, in itself, is not necessarily unethical or a sign of wrongdoing – conflicts are an inevitable fact of organisational life. However, conflicts create risks and should therefore be identified and managed appropriately to ensure Council’s continued transparency, accountability and integrity, and to protect the public interest.