by Locale Consulting | Sep 24, 2020 | Governance & training, Strategy & policy
An amended version of the Model Code of Conduct and associated Procedures were prescribed by the Office of Local Government (OLG) in August this year. In essence, these changes to the Code reflect the decision made by the Supreme Court in the matter of Cornish v...
by Locale Consulting | Oct 29, 2019 | Community-led planning, Engagement, Strategic & master planning, Strategy & policy
Recapping This is the second part of our series about creating a strategic plan that your community will love. Recapping, we have outlined seven main steps to follow: 1. Assess the community 2. Establish a solid process 3. Involve all kinds of people 4. Develop a...
by Locale Consulting | Aug 29, 2019 | Community-led planning, Engagement, Strategic & master planning, Strategy & policy
In this two-part series, we guide you through seven practical steps to create a strategic plan that your community will love. Importance of strategic planning to our communities Healthy regional communities require constant attention and nurturing. Communities will...
by Locale Consulting | Apr 10, 2019 | Strategic & master planning, Strategy & policy
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 | Jan 8, 2019 | Engagement, Governance & training, Strategy & policy
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 | Engagement, Governance & training, Strategic & master planning, Strategy & policy
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...
