Part 1: Preliminary

Question 1

What is the purpose of the Act?

Answer 1

To give effect to section 74A(1) of the Constitution Act 1975 - Which states that Local Government is a distinct and essential tier of government, consisting of democratically elected Councils.

Question 2

What is outlined in Part 1?

Answer 2

Purpose, Commencement, Definitions, Objectives, Yarra River Protection, declared areas, interface legislation and filming approval legislation

Question 3

What are the three objectives of the Act?

Answer 3

1) ensure Local Government continues to be democratically elected
2) ensure Councils are accountable, transparent, collaborative, efficient and engaged with their communities
3) ensure Councils have the necessary powers to perform their role

Question 4

When is the commencement date outlined in this Act?

Answer 4

1st July 2020

Question 5

How many stages are there to the role out of the Local Government Act?

Answer 5

4