Committee objectives
The Committee's objectives are to:
- make recommendations on the implementation of the Knox Community and Council Plan and the Child, Youth and Seniors Plan
- advise Council on emerging issues affecting families and children and the related services
- identify new key research, policy and legislative issues
- consider advice and information made available through other Council channels.
Committee member requirements
A diverse group of local volunteers aged 18 and over with different perspectives make up the Committee.
Members have interest and knowledge of issues affecting families and children.
Interested in becoming a member of the Early Years Advisory Committee
Lodge your interest via email to be advised when applications open.
Email: earlyyearsadvisorycommittee@knox.vic.gov.au
Councillor members
Council appoints at least 2 Councillors to support the Committee.
Current Committee Councillors
The current Councillors are:
- Cr Marcia Timmers-Leitch
- Cr Lisa Cooper (sub)
Council officers
The Council CEO chooses officers to advise and support the Committee.
Meetings
The Committee meets every second month in a collaborative, flexible and hybrid work environment.
It operates alongside a Terms of Reference.
The Committee also joins the 6-monthly Group Meetings and annual Advisory Committee Forum.
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