Councillor Interaction with Developers and Lobbyists Register
The Councillor Interaction with Developers Policy sets clear rules for how Golden Plains Shire Councillors engage with developers, lobbyists, and submitters. It aims to maintain transparency, prevent conflicts of interest, and protect the integrity of planning decisions. Councillors must not purport to provide planning advice, must refer enquiries through formal Council channels, and may only meet with developers when accompanied by senior planning staff. All interactions outside formal briefings must be recorded in a public register. The policy ensures decision making is impartial, well informed, and aligned with legislative requirements.