Local government elections Information about voting in Council elections, including upcoming election dates, past election results and how to become a Councillor.
How Council works How Council functions, organisational chart, funding, legislation, election and roles of the Mayor and Councillors, and how to participate.
Areas of service Kempsey Shire Council’s areas of service and a map showing shire size and boundaries.
Committees Council’s committees perform work that supports Council decision making and helps set policy directions. Community committees include community members as well as Councillors.
Political donations & gifts register When submitting a development application, you must disclose political donations or gifts you’ve made to Councillors or Council staff. View Council’s political donations and gifts register.
Corporate management The corporate governance of Council and the processes by which Council is directed, controlled and held to account.
Mid North Coast Joint Organisation Mayors and General Managers from Kempsey, Bellingen and Port Macquarie-Hastings councils have committed to a model of regional collaboration and planning under the structure of a Joint Organisation.
The role of Council Rangers Our Council has a team of four rangers who are responsible for investigating complaints and enforcing legislation throughout the entire Kempsey Shire area. The work they do is very important and essential for public safety.
Community satisfaction Every two years, Council conducts a survey covering community satisfaction, service delivery, communications and priorities for funding.