Introduction to Planning is an online course which introduces the concepts of Town Planning as a core function of Local Government, how planning has evolved over time and why the Local Government planning framework is important for the development of your local community.
The course also elaborates on WALGA’s recommended training pathway, which aims to assist in gaining an understanding of the key planning concepts and legislation, and how to make good planning decisions.
Emergency Management Fundamentals describes the outcomes required to apply emergency management concepts and principals within Australia, with the main focus on Western Australia.
The unit provides the foundation to increase Local Government’s knowledge of their responsibilities under the Emergency Management Act 2005, including all relevant concepts, legislation, policies and procedures, which will assist with emergency management planning and decision making.
Introduction to Local Government provides underpinning knowledge about the way local governments are constituted, the separation of roles between the Council and the administration and the responsibilities of working in a compliance environment. This online module is a perfect introduction for someone just starting in Local Government.
OVERVIEW
Meeting Procedures is designed to be a practical tool for Council Members who are required to actively participate in Council and Committee meetings. This course should focus on increasing the participant’s knowledge of meeting procedures and high-level debating skills used to guide council decision making.
As a result of completing this program, participants should be able to:
- Critically read agendas and evaluate Local Government Officer reports
- Understand and be able to correctly use procedural motions and effectively raise ‘points of order’
- Demonstrate chairmanship skills within legal and ethical requirements
- Understand the importance of checking and confirming the minutes
- Use knowledge of meeting procedures to move, second or foreshadow motions, use correct amendment rules where appropriate and take the right of reply
- Participate confidently in Council and Committee meetings
OVERVIEW
Meeting Procedures is designed to be a practical tool for Council Members who are required to actively participate in Council and Committee meetings. This course should focus on increasing the participant’s knowledge of meeting procedures and high-level debating skills used to guide council decision making.
As a result of completing this program, participants should be able to:
- Critically read agendas and evaluate Local Government Officer reports
- Understand and be able to correctly use procedural motions and effectively raise ‘points of order’
- Demonstrate chairmanship skills within legal and ethical requirements
- Understand the importance of checking and confirming the minutes
- Use knowledge of meeting procedures to move, second or foreshadow motions, use correct amendment rules where appropriate and take the right of reply
- Participate confidently in Council and Committee meetings