Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy 2021

At the 27 April 2021 Council Meeting, Councillors adopted the updated Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy which highlights the importance of Councillors, staff and personnel acting on behalf of Council to consider the reputational risks when they are offered or provide a gift, benefit or hospitality.

Wyndham City Council is committed to best practice, transparent decision making and good governance. This Policy is intended to support Councillors, staff and personnel acting on behalf of Council to avoid conflicts of interest, maintain high levels of integrity and build public trust.

In accordance with sections 138(2) of the Local Government Act 2020, Council are required to maintain a gift register for all gifts, benefits and hospitality offered, including gifts of a token value. A public version of the Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Register will be published on Council’s website and updated on a half yearly basis.

Download: Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy 2021

Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

Wyndham City Council recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first Peoples of Australia. We acknowledge the Bunurong and Wadawurrung Peoples as Traditional Owners of the lands on which Wyndham City operates. The Wadawurrung and Bunurong Peoples have and always will belong to the Werribee Yalook (river), creeks, stars, hills and red clay of this Country. We pay respect to their Ancestors and Elders who always have, and always will, care for Country and community today and for future generations.