Can members of the public address a Council meeting?

Members of the public, who have previously registered their interest with the General Manager in speaking at the meeting, are then invited to address the Councillors, in accordance with the Council's policy.

One person may speak on any local government issue, but ONLY ONCE and only for a period of three (3)minutes each.

Members of the public should be mindful of the laws relating to libel and defamation as no protection is available to them when making statements at Council Meetings.  

People who wish to speak at a Council meeting can send a request in writing to:  

The General Manager  

Bland Shire Council  

PO Box 21  

West Wyalong, NSW, 2671  

or email a request to council@blandshire.nsw.gov.au  

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