Council Meetings Webinar Series - 15, 16 June 2027

Council Meetings - 2 Part Webinar Series 

Part one: Tuesday 15 June

Council Meeting Agendas

A good meeting agenda is crucial to legislative complaint and good decision-making. This webinar will outline: what has to go into a meeting agenda from both compliance and good governance perspectives; and when and how must they be published. It will also provide tips for formulating agendas which facilitate smooth running of the meeting and provide a framework for good decision-making.

Part two: Wednesday 16 June

Council Meetings and Meeting Minutes

Sound meeting processes and clear, accurate minutes are essential to effective council decision-making. This webinar will explore the rules and processes that govern council meetings, including standing orders, and provide practical advice to help officers prepare for and oversee meetings smoothly.

This session will also cover statutory obligations for recording and publishing council minutes, alongside best practice approaches to producing an effective record. Participants will explore how to capture decisions clearly and comprehensively, avoid ambiguity and unnecessary verbatim reporting, and ensure minutes support the officers and stakeholders who rely on them.

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $220.00 (GST inclusive) per person for the two-part series - available to all Council Officers 

Entry from $400.00 (GST inclusive) for two people to attend the two-part series - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: Zoom details will be made available in your registration confirmation / notification.  Attendance is expected for both sessions. This event will not be recorded.

LGMA Members: This webinar series is eligible to be redeemed under the  complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. To book, please select 'Complimentary - Member Benefit'. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you have any issues.