Draft Code of Meeting Practice 2024

You’re invited to provide feedback on Cessnock City Council's Draft Code of Meeting Practice. The exhibition period begins on 24 October 2024 and will be open for 42 days (Closing 5:00 pm, 5 December 2024).

The Draft Code of Meeting Practice (the Code) outlines how Council meetings are conducted, including all meetings of Council and committees where all members are Councillors. It ensures that meetings are accessible, orderly, effective, and efficient, aligning with the Office of Local Government’s Model Code.

Key Updates in the Draft Code:

• Structure Alignment: The Code has been restructured for closer alignment with the Model Code.
• Clarifications: Clearer guidelines on procedures such as Mayoral minutes and rules of debate.

View the document here

If you would prefer to look at a paper copy, you can find one at:

• Council’s Administrative Building (Customer Service Section);
• Cessnock Public Library; and
• Kurri Kurri Public Library

How to make a submission

You can make a submission using the online form located below or clicking this link.

We value your input. To have your feedback considered, please submit your comments by 5:00 pm, 5 December 2024.

You can submit your feedback via:

• Online Form: Access the form here
• Email: Send your comments to council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au, quoting "Draft Code of Meeting Practice."
• Post: Address your written submissions to The General Manager, PO Box 152, Cessnock NSW 2325.