Policies

Establishes clear and objective requirements to assist in fulfilling the obligations of our Code of Conduct and our obligations to the broader community. more ..

Complaints & Compliments Policy - Published: 30 Aug 2008
This policy has been established to ensure that complaints and compliments received by Goulburn Mulwaree Council are managed efficiently, consistently and fairly.  The policy is the framework for Council’s Complaints Management System.  more ..

Councillor Training and Education Policy - Published: 29 Aug 2008
This policy has been established to demonstrate Goulburn Mulwaree Council’s commitment to ensuring Councillors have equal access to training and educational opportunities and ensuring Councillors have the opportunity to maintain their knowledge and skill base to contemporary standards and expectations. more ..

Internal Reporting Policy - Published: 10 Aug 2007
This policy establishes an internal reporting system for the reporting of disclosures of corrupt conduct, maladministration or serious and substantial waste of public money by Goulburn Mulwaree Council or its staff. more ..

Sponsorship - Published: 19 Sep 2007
This policy ensures a consistent approach to sponsorship opportunities; reduces corruption risks; sets rules; and identifies responsibility and accountability levels. more ..

Occupational Health & Safety - Published: 01 Aug 2007
Documents Goulburn Mulwaree Council’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy. more ..

Service Recognition Policy - Published: 22 Dec 2008
The aim of this policy is to formally recognise significant service milestones of the Councillors and staff of the Goulburn Mulwaree Council. more ..

Staff Training and Education - Published: 25 Nov 2008
This policy aims to develop a more highly skilled and equitable workforce. more ..

Corporate Uniform - Published: 26 Nov 2008
This policy aims to promote a professional and corporate image of staff employed within the Civic Centre, Tourist Centre, Library, Art Gallery, Community Centre and other designated workplaces. more ..

Workplace Bullying and Harassment Prevention Policy - Published: 26 Nov 2008
The purpose of this Workplace Bullying and Harassment Prevention Policy and Procedures is to provide information and set boundaries for employees, Councillors, consultants and volunteers in terms of appropriate and acceptable workplace behaviours. more ..

Staff Sun Safe Policy - Published: 26 Nov 2008
The council employs a number of staff who are regularly exposed to harmful sun rays during their working hours.  Council is committed to taking the best possible care of all staff wherever possible.  Personal Protective clothing is provided to staff where appropriate.  To identify the measures and precautions that must be taken by the council and staff to provide the best possible protection against ill health caused by exposure to sunlight more ..

Council Volunteer Policy - Published: 26 Nov 2008
This policy has been developed to provide a framework for the involvement of volunteers in Council Activities and as guidelines for voluntary organisations with which Council works closely. more ..

Christmas and January Staffing Policy - Published: 19 Aug 2009
The objective of this policy is to outline work arrangements for the Christmas and January period, particularly as it relates to the operation of the Civic Centre that will ensure: more ..

Media - Published: 08 Aug 2007
This policy recognises the value of the media as a means of Council communicating information to the public. more ..

Hospitality - Published: 08 Aug 2007
Establishes approval guidelines for hosting Civic Receptions and visiting delegations. more ..

Consultation Policy - Published: 19 Oct 2009
The aim of this policy is to outline Council's approach to consultation between the organisation and community as part of its decision making and leadership roles. more ..

Council Owned Land Sales - Published: 10 Aug 2007
This policy establishes criteria for the sale of Council owned land. more ..

Lease of Council Property - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy establishes criteria for the Lease of Council Property more ..

Credit Card Usage - Published: 26 Nov 2008
Provides for the use of credit cards by Council Employees more ..

Disposal of Surplus Goods - Published: 26 Aug 2008
Establishes a transparent disposal process which provides equity to all prospective interested parties and recognizes that some assets and goods could be transferred to community group/not for profit organizations. more ..

Council Investment - Published: 22 Dec 2008
Allows for the investing surplus funds, to the best advantage for Council whilst exhibiting the qualities of a prudent person. more ..

Supplementary Rates Policy - Published: 22 Jan 2009
To provide for the rating of properties created as a result of subdivisions. more ..

Water Leakage - Published: 22 Jan 2009
The object of this policy is to deal with enquiries regarding water leaks on private properties in an efficient manner. more ..

Financial Policies for Financial Sustainability - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Provides a framework for financial sustainability. more ..

Receipt of Payment by Credit Card - Published: 22 Jan 2009
To provide for the receipt of payments by credit cards. more ..

Debt Recovery - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to ensure that money owed to Council is collected as soon as possible through efficient and effective debt recovery procedures. more ..

Rating Mixed Development - Published: 22 Jan 2009
To provide for rating of parcels of land with both residential and business uses proportionally according to those uses, based on the Mixed Development Apportionment Factor (MDAF) determined by the Valuer General. more ..

Water Allowance - Medical Reason - Published: 22 Sep 2009
To assist residents who require extra water usage because of a special medical condition e.g. dialysis. more ..

Pensioner Rebate Policy - Published: 29 Jul 2008
The objective of this policy is to deal with enquiries regarding Pensioner concession for eligible cardholders. more ..

Rating Policy - Published: 02 Jul 2009
The purpose of this policy is to provide Council with a clear and open methodology as to how the rating yield will be determined most fairly amongst all ratepayers from each of the defined areas: more ..

Email and Internet Use - Published: 22 Jan 2009
To identify the acceptable use of Council’s Email and Internet systems, and advise users of the monitoring of those systems under the Industrial Relations / Workplace Surveillance Act 2005 more ..

Tourism Events Funding - Published: 22 Jan 2009
To encourage the development and expansion of tourism events and to create a vibrant events calendar for visitors and local residents. more ..

Community Grants and Donations Scheme - Published: 23 Dec 2008
Provides guidelines for Council to contribute assistance. more ..

Gallery Exhibitions, Acquisitions, Education & Public Programs Policy - Published: 02 Jul 2009
To establish guidelines and criteria in regard to Exhibitions, Acquisitions and Education/Public Programs for the Goulburn Regional Art Gallery more ..

Management Plan for the Enforcement of Class 4 Noxious Weeds - Published: 02 Jul 2009
To specify control measures for Class 4 noxious weeds.To establish specific control measures that minimise the negative impact of Class 4 noxious weeds on the economy, community or environment of NSW more ..

Noxious Weeds Managment Program Guidelines - Published: 02 Jul 2009
To provided guidance to landholders for the preparation of Noxious Weed Management Programs. more ..

Enforcement Policy - Published: 02 Jul 2009
The aim of this policy is to establish clear guidelines for the exercise of discretion in dealing with proactive regulatory action by the Council and customer service requests or complaints about unlawful activity.  more ..

Rainwater Tanks for New Developments - Published: 02 Jul 2009
This policy outlines requirements for the provision of rainwater tanks as part of new dwellings and industrial development to supplement water supply and provide stormwater. more ..

Development assessment and Decision Making Policy - Published: 27 Oct 2009
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the assessment and determination of Development Applications. more ..

Goulburn Mulwaree Heritage Study - Published: 04 Nov 2009
The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines and criteria for the management of heritage in the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area. more ..

Naming of Roads and Public Places Policy - Published: 23 Dec 2008
Establishes guidelines for naming of roads and public places within the Local Government Area. more ..

Managing Waste from Outside the Council Area Policy - Published: 22 Dec 2008
The aim of this policy is to manage the receipt of waste from outside the boundaries of Goulburn Mulwaree Council. more ..

Additional Domestic Waste Service - Published: 22 Dec 2008
The objective of this policy is to introduce a mechanism to provide an additional domestic waste bin to higher occupancy residences within the Goulburn and Marulan townships if required. more ..

Motor Vehicle and Private Use - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide a mechanism to ensure Council’s vehicles are effectively allocated and managed. more ..

Council Buildings and Facilities Display Areas - Published: 29 Jul 2008
This policy establish guidelines for the display of information at Council buildings. more ..

Plant Replacement - Published: 21 May 2009
•To maintain a modern and safe plant fleet, that provides Council with a reliable and efficient service to its rate payers.
•To purchase and replace plant and equipment in a cost effective manner. more ..

Management and Maintenance of Lawn Cemeteries - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To provide guidelines for the management and maintenance of Council controlled lawn cemeteries. more ..

Goulburn General Cemetery Master Plan - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy outlines the plan for the development and ongoing management of the Goulburn General Cemetery, Goulburn. more ..

Kenmore Cemetery Master Plan - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy outlines the plan for the development and ongoing management of the Kenmore Cemetery, Goulburn. more ..

Sun Safe Community - Published: 22 Dec 2008
To establish a “Sun Safe” community through provision of shade and sun protection at Council owned and operated facilities. more ..

Support for Festivals and Events - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To establish the extent of "In kind" support to be provided to Festivals and major community events by Council more ..

Reduction or Waiver of Council Fees and Charges - Published: 22 May 2009
To provide a framework for the consistent and equitable assessment of requests for the reduction or waiver of Council fees and charges for the use of Council facilities and / or services provided by Council. more ..

Private Lanes - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to clarify Council’s position in relation to private lanes. more ..

Painting of House Numbers on Kerbs - Published: 13 Aug 2007
To establish a consistent standard of painted house numbers on street kerbs. more ..

Leasing of Council Roads - Published: 13 Aug 2007
Provides Council with a framework for approval of applications for lease of Council roads. more ..

Acquisition of Easement for Developments - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy provides guidelines for the acquisition of an easement necessary for developments to be able to connect to Council infrastructure. more ..

Subsidy for Sealing Rural Roads - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to set standards and conditions for the provision of a subsidy towards the sealing of rural roads. more ..

Signposting to Facilities, Services and Tourist Attractions - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy provides guidelines for the provision of signs on the road reserve to facilities, services and tourist attractions. more ..

Urban Rights of Way - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to set standards for the provision and construction of private rights-of-way in urban areas. more ..

On-Site Storm Water Detention - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to limit stormwater flows from new developments and redevelopments using on-site detention systems (OSD) to ensure that there is no loss of life; no damage to property; and no environmental harm. more ..

Cost Recovery for Kerb and Gutter and Paved Footpath - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy enables Council to recover up to half cost of new kerb and gutter construction. more ..

Construction of Structures on Public Land - Published: 26 Nov 2008
This policy is designed to regulate the construction of private structures on Council’s public land. more ..

Clearance Requirements for Structures Adjacent to Sewer Mains - Published: 13 Aug 2007
The objective of this policy is to provide guidelines for clearance requirements for structures adjacent to sewer mains. more ..

Trade Waste - Published: 13 Aug 2007
This policy concerns approval process for liquid trade wastes discharged into Council’s sewerage system and the levying of appropriate sewerage and liquid trade waste fees and charges; ensures proper control of liquid trade waste discharged to the sewerage system and also promotes waste minimisation and water conservation. more ..

Standard for Rural Roads (Serving up to Two Properties/Dwellings) - Published: 17 Jun 2009
This policy is designed to provide guidelines for rural roads serving up to two properties/dwellings. more ..

Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention - Published: 26 Nov 2008
This policy aims to minimise public health risk, to protect the potable water quality supply within Council’s water reticulation system and to ensure cross-connection control is properly managed within properties undertaking non-domestic activities. more ..

Water Restrictions Policy - Published: 29 Jul 2008
The policy details water restriction levels and associated usage limitations for both applying and easing water restrictions for Goulburn. more ..