by Locale Consulting | May 22, 2019 | Advise, Engage, Plan
Following the re-election of the previous government in the recent NSW state election, we now have a dedicated Minister for Public Spaces — Welcome Minister Stokes! One of the Minister’s key tasks will be to identify and protect publicly owned land...
by Locale Consulting | Apr 10, 2019 | Advise, Plan
You last heard from us about Local Strategic Planning Statements (LSPS) in November 2018. Since that time the Department of Planning and Environment has released some further resources to inform and support each council as they work towards preparation of their LSPS....
by Locale Consulting | Mar 8, 2019 | Advise, Engage, Govern, Plan
‘Community Participation Plans’ (CPP) now need to be prepared by local councils for their local area. The intent of the new plans is to make it clearer and easier for members of the community to understand how they can participate in planning decisions. Planning...
by Locale Consulting | Feb 20, 2019 | Advise, Engage, Govern, Plan
As we approach our 10th birthday celebrations, we have started the year by expanding our team and our capacity to work with local communities. We would like to welcome Lelia Kamphorst and Michelle Ryan to the Locale team. Lelia is geographical science and engagement...
by Locale Consulting | Jan 8, 2019 | Advise, Engage, Govern, Plan
A new version of the model Code of Conduct and associated procedures were prescribed by the Office of Local Government at the end of last year. In essence, the Code sets the ethical standards expected of council officials. This includes close to 1,300 councillors and...
by Locale Consulting | Nov 1, 2018 | Advise, Engage, Govern, Plan
Earlier this year the amendments to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 introduced a new layer into the strategic planning hierarchy in NSW. Councils are now required under the Act to prepare a ‘local strategic planning statement’ or LSPS for their...
