Open Access Information
Under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (NSW) (GIPA Act), you are entitled to see a lot of information that Council holds in records. We are currently working to make more of this information available on the website. The GIPA Act also encourages routine and proactive release of information, and we can release different information to you in different ways.Open Access (Mandatory Proactive Release)
This covers information routinely available on our website, free of charge. It includes media releases and annual reports, meeting agendas and minutes and other information. Do a search for anything else you need.
Council PoliciesCode of Conduct
Code of Meeting Practice
DA Tracker
Pecuniary Interest Disclosure Register
Proactive Release
We release other information that is frequently requested by the public, or is of public interest, either free of charge or at minimal cost.
Informal Release
We can release some information free of charge with informal requests, though conditions may apply. For example, you may be entitled to information about yourself, but not someone else.
There is no fee for the request, however charges may apply for copying of documents. You also need to be aware of copyright restrictions as this can impact Council’s ability to provide access to certain information. There may be circumstances where Council cannot provide copies of information unless it receives the copyright owner’s written consent.
Apply online here - Open Access information request form
Formal Release
Formal releases are required for information not available using the methods above. Maybe it’s information about another person whose agreement you need, or sensitive or confidential information. Charges and time limits apply.Complete a formal application for access to information form and email it to council@lismore.nsw.gov.au or bring it in to our office at 43 Oliver Ave Goonellabah or mail to PO Box 23a Lismore
Your right to information
You can find out more about your right to information from the Information and Privacy Commission NSW, NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal. and the Office of the Australian Information Commission.
If you have any questions about accessing Lismore City Council information, please phone our Customer Contact Centre on (02) 6625 0500.