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Terms of Reference

  • To agree on policy and strategic approaches for Local Government and planning issues where a national approach is necessary to deliver effective outcomes to local communities
  • To exchange information and brief other jurisdictions on significant current and emerging Local Government and planning issues, experiences and initiatives;
  • To promote cooperation between all levels of government and to encourage harmonisation across jurisdictional boundaries in the development and implementation of public policy, strategies and programmes affecting Local Government and planning;
  • To foster accountability to stakeholders through the monitoring and evaluation of policies, strategies and programmes developed and implemented under the aegis of the Council;
  • To provide leadership to all areas of government, industry and the community in working collaboratively to advance Local Government and planning issues; and
  • To liaise with other Ministerial Councils and other bodies on matters relevant to the activities of the Council.

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Last Updated: 1 June, 2009