Local Laws

The Council's power to make this Local Law is contained in section 91 and 111 of the Local Government Act 1989 and was prepared following due consideration of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006.

Local Laws are made with respect to things which Council has a function or control over under the Local Government or any other Act. They are dedicated to local requirements.

As of 24 December 2010 there are two Local Laws in operation.

Local Law No. 1, 2010 – Processes of Municipal Government.

• regulate and control proceedings for the election of Mayor;
• facilitate the orderly conduct of meetings of Council and special committees;
• regulate and control the procedures governing the conduct of meetings including:
  • the notice required for meetings;
  • the keeping of minutes.
• promote and encourage community participation in the system of local government by providing mechanisms for the Council to ascertain the community's views and expectations;
• regulate and control the use of the Council's seal;
• provide generally for the peace, order and good government of the municipal district; and
• repeal any redundant local laws.

Local Law No. 2, 2010 – Community Amenity.

The objectives of this Local Law are to:

• provide for those matters which require a local law under the Local Government Act 1989 and any other Act;
• prohibit, regulate and control activities, events, practices and behavior in places so that no nuisance is caused and there is no detriment to the amenity of the neighborhood, to a person or to a person’s property;
• provide for the administration and exercise of Council powers and functions;
• provide for the peace, order and good government of the municipal district of the Borough of Queenscliffe; and
• repeal any redundant local laws.

Additional Requirements Applying to Uses and Activities set out Under Law No. 2 2010 are contained in the Policies and Procedure Manual.

Local Law Officers are on duty 7 days a week to assist you with any queries you may have.

If you are unable to find the information you are after or you have any questions please email the Local Law Department or contact us on 03 5258 1377.