Wattle Range Council

Wattle Range Council is committed to the principle of honest, open and accountable government and encourages community participation in the business of Council, however in some special circumstances it may be necessary to restrict public access to Council discussions and documents. This Code sets out the commitment of Wattle Range Council to provide public access to Council meetings and associated documents and outlines the policies, procedures and practices on why and how Wattle Range Council may use the provisions in the Local Government Act to restrict public access. The Code includes: Information on the relevant provisions of the Local Government Act. Council's policy on public access and participation. The process and practices that will be adopted where public access is restricted. Grievance procedures if a member of the public believes that the Council has unreasonably restricted public access on a particular matter. Further information in relation to these documents can be obtained by contacting Council on (08) 8733 0900.