Overview
The Asset Management Policy is part of the NSW Government’s Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework for local councils. The current policy, adopted in 2017, is now due for review.
Council manages more than $3 billion in community assets that support essential services. These include roads, water and sewer infrastructure, stormwater systems, bridges, footpaths, public buildings, parks, and recreational facilities.
This Policy provides a structured and consistent approach to managing these assets. It explains the purpose and process of asset management, sets a clear direction for how it will be implemented, and outlines the key principles that guide Council’s approach.
The policy is open for feedback until 9am, Monday 11 August 2025.
We encourage all community members to review the policy and share their views.
Related legislation
- Under the Local Government Amendment (Governance and Planning) Act 2016, councils must have a long-term Resourcing Strategy for implementing their Community Strategic Plan, including asset management planning.
- This legislation requires an Asset Management Policy endorsed by the Council, and Asset Management Strategy, which must support the Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program for at least 10 years.
- Councils have statutory responsibilities for asset management, including providing and maintaining community infrastructure.
- Councils must consider the long-term and cumulative effects of their decisions, act as custodians of public assets, and manage these assets effectively.
- Relevant NSW and Federal Acts include the Roads Act 1993, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Work Health and Safety Act 2011, and Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997.
- The Civil Liability Act 2002 requires councils to minimise public liability risks and manage public assets prudently.
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Submission Process
In accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act 1998, written submissions received by Council containing personal information may be made public when the matter goes before Council for consideration, as it may be included in Council’s Business Papers. Persons have the right to remain anonymous if they so choose by refraining from submitting their personal information, however, the submission may be given less weight in the overall assessment and consideration of the draft policy.
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