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 Local Government is one of the three tiers of government in Australia and plays an essential role in the development and maintenance of the local community infrastructure and services. Local Government provides services which complement those provided by the other tiers of government. The power of Local Government is controlled by Acts of State Parliament and is regulated within the boundaries of such laws, often through a State or Territory Department with responsibility for Local Government and regional development.
Local Government is generally responsible for
- Building Regulations
- Planning
- Community and Infrastructure Development
- Public and Environmental Health
- Local Roads and Footpaths
- Parks and Playing Fields
- Libraries
- Local Environment development and maintenance
- Waste Disposal
There are 685 Local Government areas in Australia consisting of between 5 to 15 elected Councillors or Aldermen. The Council is led by the Mayor, or Lord Mayor. In some Local Government Authorities, the Council area is divided into sections called wards or ridings each with its own councillor. The work of the Local Government Authority is managed by the Chief Executive Officer, leading a team of specialist staff.
For more detailed information on career in Local Government, go to: www.careergov.com.au
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