Civic module 4.1 - Introduction to local government for Council Members
Duration: 1 hourInvestment: No charge
Delivery: Recording
Target Audience
Council membersOverview
The Introduction to Local Government module is part of the Civic leadership section of the mandatory LGA Training Standards. To support our members, the LGA are pleased to provide a recording of this for council members to access.The module can be delivered to a council member group or individual Elected Members can access it directly below.
There are two activities included in the module. (Activity sheets are designed to be printed.)
Module materials
- Video recording: Introduction to Local Government module
- Activity 1: What services?
- Activity 2: What does it mean to you?
The content delivered in this training meets the requirements of the Introduction to Local Government module referred to in the LGA Training Standard for Council Members.
Key Learnings
- Explain the role of local government in the Australian System of Government
- Define and explain the role and function of council
- Define and explain the separate roles of the elected members on council to CEO/staff and understand both the legislative provisions and operational structures that support effective working relationships
Additional Information
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
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