Agreement and consultation with local government sector
96 Agreement and consultation with local government sector
The Minister must take reasonable steps to consult with the LGA from time to time in relation to the administration and enforcement of this Act.
If the Minister and the LGA enter into an agreement with respect to the exercise of functions under this Act by councils, then the Minister must prepare a report on the matter and cause copies of the report to be laid before both Houses of Parliament.
A report under subsection (2) must be accompanied by a copy of any relevant written agreement between the Minister and the LGA.
The Minister must consult with the LGA before a regulation that confers any function on councils is made under this Act.
The annual report of the Minister under this Act must include a specific report on—
the outcome of any consultation undertaken under subsection (1) or (4); and
the operation of any agreement referred to in subsection (2).
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