Disclosure of Interest Returns:
- Section 6 of the GIPA Act provides for the mandatory proactive release by NSW public sector agencies (including councils) of open access information. The GIPA Act provides that open access information must be made publicly available free of charge on a website maintained by the agency.
- Councillors’ and designated persons’ returns of interests are prescribed as open access information for local government under Schedule 1 to the Government Information (Public Access) Regulation 2018.
2019 Councillor Disclosure of Interest Forms
2019 Designated Staff Disclosure of Interest Forms
Access to Information
As a member of the public you have the right to access certain government information.
There are 4 ways to help you get the information you may need
1. Open Access Information
Certain information, known as Open Access Information must be disclosed by us unless it is not in the public interest to do so. This website is a central reference point you can use to search for what you need.
2. Proactive Release
We proactively release information with a commitment to providing as much information as possible, for free or at the lowest possible cost. It is also Council’s intent to make information easily accessible to the public. You can find information on our website or by contacting our Condobolin Office on (02) 6895 1900.
3. Informal Release of Information
For information that is not readily available you can submit an informal request. Examples of this information include:
- development application consent and plans
- building application/Construction Certificate plans or certificates
- occupation certificates
When submitting your request, it is important to provide an accurate description of the required information. There is no application fee for this request, however photocopying charges may apply and will be charged on completion of the application. Turnaround time varies depending on the type of information requested. You can download the form in the downloads section below and lodge via email, fax or in person at Condobolin or Lake Cargelligo Office.
4. Formal Access Application for Release of Information
If you can't access your required information through any of the previous methods, a formal access application may be necessary. Examples include:
- large volumes of information that involve extensive search; and
- information that involves details of third parties who must be consulted.
A standard application fee of $30.00 applies. Lachlan Shire Council may impose a processing charge of $30.00 per hour for dealing with your application. You can download the formal access application form in the downloads section below and lodge it in person at Condobolin or Lake Cargelligo Offices, by mail or email council@lachlan.nsw.gov.au.
