Local councils are central to everyday community life in NSW, providing services, infrastructure and representation for residents. This section brings together practical information and resources to help you connect with your council, understand how they operate, and know your rights and responsibilities.
Learn what it means to be a councillor in NSW and how to nominate for election.
Guidance on how to raise concerns with your local council, when to contact OLG, and which agencies handle specific council‑related complaints.
Find out how you can be involved in your council’s decision‑making through elections, meetings, committees, public consultations and feedback processes.
Explore council rules and services in NSW, from rates, charges and public spaces.
View a complete list of NSW councils in the Local Government Directory.
Access council performance data, community profiles and service benchmarks through Your Council and comparative reports, helping you understand how councils operate and how local factors influence outcomes.
Find your local council
Find your local council in NSW with a simple address search and get the council contact and area information.
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