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There are statutory requirements under the Local Government Act 2020 that Council must follow during Council election periods.
These ‘caretaker’ provisions prohibit certain actions taken by either Council and/or Councillors, including prohibiting the Council from making defined major policy decisions, or publishing or distributing electoral matter in an election period. The provisions also prohibit Councillors from misusing their position.
The purpose of this policy is to ensure that any Indigo Shire Council elections are conducted in a manner that is fair and equitable, and is perceived as such by the public. It is intended to assure the community that Council will not use public resources in election campaigning or make major decisions that may bind the incoming Council, while continuing to function on behalf of the community.
The Election Period Policy was updated and adopted on 30 July 2024.