Local Government Act 1993

A councillor is entitled to prescribed allowances.

A mayor and deputy mayor are entitled to prescribed allowances in addition to any allowances referred to in subsection (1).

Allowances are to be paid in arrears.

A councillor, mayor or deputy mayor may decide not to receive part or all of an allowance.

A decision under subsection (3) is to be by written notice to the general manager of the relevant council.

Councillors who are suspended under section 28ZI(2)(e) or section 215(5) or section 214O are not entitled to any allowances during the period of suspension.

A person who must not perform any function or exercise any power of a councillor under section 339C is not entitled to any allowances.