Governance Local Law 2024
The objectives of this Local Law are to:
- Regulate the use of Wellington Shire Council’s common seal.
- Prohibit unauthorised use of the common seal.
- Set offences and associated penalties relating to conduct at meetings.
Community Local Law 2021
Community Local Law 2021 as Amended 16/9/2025
Community Local Law 2021 as Adopted 15/6/2021
Community Local Law (Amendment) Local Law 2025
Community Impact Statement: Community Local Law 2021
Community Impact Statement: Community Local Law (Amendment) Local Law 2025
The Objectives of the Local Law are to:
- Provide for those matters that require a local law under the Local Government Act 2020 and any other Act;
- Prohibit, regulate and control activities, events, practices and behaviour in places throughout the municipality, so that no nuisance is caused and there is no detriment to the amenity of the neighbourhood, to a person or to a person’s real or personal property;
- Support Council’s objectives to promote a physical and social environment throughout the municipality in which residents and visitors can enjoy a safe quality of life, that meets the reasonable expectations of the community;
- 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 Wellington Shire; and
- Repeal any redundant local laws.
Local Laws Officers (Rangers)
Should you require the services of a Local Laws Officer (Ranger) please call 1300 366 244. This service is also available after-hours in case of an emergency.