Local Government Act (Victoria)

Ensure Councillors and Council staff are aware of their obligations under the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic).

Course Details

Regulation/Law

Australia (Victoria): Local Government Act 2020

Ideal for

All employees, contractors, and volunteers

Region

Australia (Victoria)

Course Format

Structured Learning option

Duration

Between 30 - 40 minutes

Being a Councillor in local government today is quite different to how it was even 10 years ago.

Increased community expectations have ushered in greater regulation of the sector (by the State Government) and this in turn has resulted in the compliance environment becoming far more complex.

The Local Government Act 2020 introduced significant changes to the legislative regime and aims to improve local government democracy, accountability and service delivery for all Victorians.

Course Overview

About this online course

Our Local Government Act (Victoria) course has been developed out of recognition of this increasingly complex compliance environment facing local government. This practical course is aimed at the Councillor who is already working actively in his or her role and who seeks the practical need-to-know things relevant to their role rather than long-winded theory. The aim of this course is to distil and reiterate the key things which all Councillors should know about the laws and other obligations they must comply with.

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Key takeaways for participants

  • Comprehensive coverage of the Victorian Local Government Act
  • Engaging and interactive animated modules for an optimal user experience
  • Multiple course formats to suit diverse learning needs
  • Legally up-to-date content to save you time and resources
  • Rigorous end-of-module testing to ensure thorough understanding of the law

Legislation covered

Australia (Victoria): Local Government Act 2020

Key modules

  • Community Engagement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Management
  • Public Transparency
  • Service Performance
  • Misuse of position
  • Improper direction of Council staff
  • Release of confidential information

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to understand:

  • their responsibilities as a Councillor or staff member;
  • the key principles of the Local Government Act 2020; and
  • wow to identify and respond to conflicts of interest.

Duration and Format

Structured Learning

Ideal for first-time learners or those with little prior knowledge, covering the entire topic in 30-40 minutes. 

Accelerated Learning

Allows learners who understand the topic to proceed quickly through the course in 20-30 minutes.

MicroLearns

Short modules for time-poor learners, with each module lasting 5-10 minutes.

ShortBurst

Quick summaries of specific compliance areas, available in office-based and field-based formats, each lasting 5 minutes.

Delivery and Setup

SCORM

Our client services team can deliver our courses via SCORM file if you have a Learning Management System (LMS).

Compliance Platform

Alternatively, you can use our Compliance Platform to house any training material, track policy acceptance, administer surveys, and audits—all in one place. We can get you up and running within a few weeks. 

Related courses

Increase your compliance by bundling our related courses. This ensures you cover multiple topics and legislations for a holistic approach.

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Versatile Course Formats

Options include comprehensive compliance courses and short, bite-sized modules to meet diverse training needs. 

Engaging and Customisable Content

Our courses feature a variety of engaging and animated content, from videos to interactive modules, all of which can be customised based on your branding or designed with specific scenarios tailored to your business. 

Legally Up-to-Date

All content is regularly updated to reflect the latest legislation, ensuring your training remains compliant. 

Flexible Delivery Options

Available via SCORM or our Compliance Platform, with regular updates provided whenever legal changes occur. 

Exceptional Customer Service

Our local Client Services team ensures a smooth setup within a few weeks and offers ongoing support for all your learning and training needs.

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