Lobbying Policy
At an Ordinary Council Meeting on 19 August 2025, Council adopted The Lobbying Policy imposes obligations on councillors in relation to meetings or substantial discussions with registered lobbyists and property developers.
Lobbying is an essential part of the democratic process that can enhance decision making. However, lobbying can also create corruption risks, and undermine public confidence in decision making due to perceptions of undue influence, bias, and preferential access. It is in the public interest that lobbying is conducted in accordance with community expectations of transparency integrity and honesty.
Further information about registered lobbyists, including the register of registered lobbyists, can be found on the NSW Electoral Commission's website.