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Governance & 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 & 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 & corruption prevention

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

Privacy & personal information

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

Advisory committees

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

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Cessnock City Council
62-78 Vincent Street 
Cessnock NSW 2325, Australia

PO Box 152, Cessnock NSW 2325

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02 4993 4100

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council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au

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