Governance and transparency

Cessnock City Council is committed to good governance. Good governance creates confidence in Council. It ensures we deliver good policy development, legislative compliance, protection of personal information and facilitate public access to government information in an ethical way.

How to access information

Find out how you can access information about Cessnock City Council.

Political donations and gifts

You must disclose political donations and gifts given to Councillors or staff.

Code of Conduct

Our Code of Conduct set standards for the actions and behaviours of all Councillors and Council employees.

Fraud and corruption prevention

What we do and what you can do to help prevent fraud and corruption.

Privacy and personal information

How we use, store, access and protect your personal information.

Council's Committees and Representation

Find out about the role of our Advisory Committees and how you can get involved.

Delegations

Find out more about The Local Government Act 1993 (NSW) (Act), and other relevant legislation, that authorises the elected Council to undertake a range of functions, and confers a large volume of powers to perform duties imposed upon Council.