We invite EOIs from any members of the community who value engagement. A Community Committee member will be expected to encourage participation within the broader community and will be directly consulted on matters across Council that may be relevant to or directly impacting.

We encourage you to consider which committee is best suited to your areas of interest before applying.

All online submissions will receive an acknowledgement email with a copy of your EOI so you can be assured your form was received.

At the close of the EOI window, Monday 3 February 2025 all submissions will be considered.

All submissions will be notified by Wednesday 26 February 2025.

The structure is formal, with memberships positions and representation from Council.

The meeting will operate under a Terms of Reference and a Code of Meeting Practice which outlines:

• Values and expectations
• Objectives and purpose
• Membership
• Support and administration
• Delegations and reporting
• Meetings
• Order of business
• Confidentiality and communication
• Code of conduct

Look for the 📗Terms of Reference tab to view in full detail.

Each committee will have representation similar too:

• Two Councillors
• A Director of Council (or delegate/staff member)
• A number of community members.

Non-members may be in the form of a minute taker or presenters.

Memberships of each committee are outlined in the Terms of Reference and Code of Meeting Practice.

The primary objective of each committee is outlined in the Terms of Reference and Code of Meeting Practice.

Essentially each committee is expected to be a voice for and advocate on behalf of the broader community or local/specific group.

While these groups do not have delegated authority from the Council to make binding decisions, their outcomes, insights, and contributions will inform reports and recommendations, as required, to the Council through the relevant staff member.

The Community Engagement Groups Framework hold guiding principles applied across all groups, they include:

• Inclusivity and equity
• Transparency
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Cultural competence
• Sustainability
• Clear objectives and purpose
• Empowerment
• Building trust and relationships
• Feedback loops and accountability
• Local leadership and knowledge

View full Framework here.

Click on the Terms of Reference tab for each committee.

Yes, they are a piece of the engagement puzzle. Our Community Engagement Strategy 2024-2027 outlines the why, what, how and who. Creating these Community Engagement Groups which include Council Committees, Interest Councils and Reference Groups are a targeted approach to identifying and engaging community across the Dubbo Region.