Councillor policies

Listen

The Mayor and Councillors must abide by the Model Councillor Code of Conduct, Council Committees Policy and Councillor Expenses and Support Policy.

Have your say on the draft Councillor Expenses and Support Policy

Council is reviewing the support given to Councillors to make sure they have what they need to do their jobs effectively.

Your feedback is invited on the draft Councillor Expenses and Support Policy.

Proposed changes include a fresh format for ward meetings, ‘Councillor Listening posts’, introducing printing and uniform allowances and reviewing guidelines for professional development, seminars and conferences.

Attend a pop-up session

Monday 24 November 2025

6pm to 7pm

Knox Civic Centre

Feedback closes 30 November

Have Your Say on the draft Councillor Expenses and Support Policy

Model Councillor Code of Conduct

The Model Councillor Code of Conduct sets out the standards of conduct expected to be observed by councillors in the course of performing their duties.

View Model Councillor Code of Conduct

Councillor Internal Resolution Procedure

Council must adopt an internal resolution procedure under section 140 of the Local Government Act 2020 and regulation 12A to manage alleged breaches of the Model Councillor Code of Conduct.

This Procedure supports early, respectful, and direct communication between Councillors to resolve disputes and maintain effective working relationships.

View Councillor Internal Resolution Procedure

Councillor Expenses and Support Policy

This policy outlines the process and standards for the Mayor and councillors regarding:

claiming expenses
reporting
accountability.

View Councillor Expenses and Support Policy

Councillor Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy

The purpose of this policy is to:

identify the overriding responsibility of Councillors to act honestly and not to make improper use of their position
clearly define the behaviour required of Councillors in relation to gifts and benefits
provide a transparent and accountable process with regard to declaring gifts and benefits that promotes public confidence in Knox City Council (Council) and its elected representatives.

View Councillor Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy

Council Committees Policy

This Policy provides a consistent approach to the establishment of Council Committees on which there is Councillor representation. Participation by interested parties and affected stakeholders assists Council in making decisions that incorporate the interests and concerns of the community.

This policy governs the operation of Advisory Committees, Specific Purpose Committees, Strategic Project Committees and Working Groups.

Generally, the purpose of Council Committees is to provide advice on the development, implementation, monitoring, review and/or evaluation of programs or activities specified in the Knox Community Plan and Council Plan.

View Council Committees Policy

Need help?

Or call our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.