Queensland
Qld LGA 2009
Formally: Local Government Act 2009 (Qld)
LGA 2009 (Qld), Act No. 17; Ch. 7, Part 2; Local Government Regulation 2012
Sunshine Score
| Advance Notice | 2 days, online posting required |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required, remote allowed |
| Closed Sessions | 6 permitted categories |
| Minutes | Required, online posting required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Online posting: Required
Notice of ordinary meetings must be given at least 2 business days before the meeting (Local Government Regulation 2012). Agendas must be published on the council's website and available at the council's principal office.
Agenda changes at meeting: Allowed
Public Participation
Not statutorily mandated. Public participation arrangements are set by council's meeting procedures under the Local Government Regulation 2012.
Virtual Meetings
Remote participation provisions introduced during COVID-19 pandemic. Permanent status requires verification against current Regulation 2012.
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Online posting: Required
Content requirements: Draft minutes must be made available within 10 days after each meeting on the council's website and at the council's public office.