Local Government Remuneration Tribunal

Section 248 of the Local Government Act requires a council to set an annual fee for payment to the Councillors for acting in their role as a Councillor. The Mayor is also paid an additional fee as Mayor.

The maximum fee payable is determined each year by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal and Council practice is to adopt the maximum fee.

This notification confirms that by adopting the Delivery Program and Operational Plan Council is adopting the maximum fee for the Councillor and Mayoral allowance as determined by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal.

Councillor Superannuation

Council has resolved to pay superannuation to Councillors from 2022/23 onwards.

Audit Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC)

Council has approved the following fees for community representatives on ARIC.

• Chair $450 per meeting

• Committee Member $300 per meeting

Agency Information Guide - Government Information (Public Access) Act 2020

For a complete list of Council’s plans and policies refer to the latest Agency Information Guide available on our website ballina.nsw.gov.au/council-documents

Further Information

For further information on the contents of this document contact Council’s Communications and Customer Service Section on 1300 864 444.