The City has adopted an Integrity Framework. The framework is supported by the City’s organisational values and culture, governance and risk management frameworks, these controls all work together to prevent, detect and respond to potential or actual fraudulent and corrupt conduct.
About Public Interest Disclosures
The Public Interest Disclosure Act 2003 (PID Act) facilitates the disclosure of public interest information, enabling anyone to make disclosures about improper or unlawful conduct within the State Public Sector, local government and public universities without fear of reprisal. The PID Act also provides protection for those who are the subject of a disclosure. The City is committed to the aims and objectives of the PID Act and to creating and sustaining an ethical work environment.
The Act allows disclosures from anyone, provided the information relates to:
- Improper conduct
- Acts or omissions that constitute an offence under State law, including corruption
- Substantial unauthorised or irregular use or mismanagement of public resources
- Conduct posing a significant risk to public health, safety, or the environment
- Administrative matters that can be investigated under Section 14 of the Parliamentary Commissioner Act 1971.
Before making a disclosure, be aware of your rights and responsibilities under the Act:
- False or misleading disclosures is an offence
- Authorities will generally investigate your information and you must cooperate
- Confidentiality is essential, failure to maintain it may result in loss of protection and an offence under the Act.
City’s commitment
The City is committed to a strong culture and sound governance that will safeguard public funds and property. The City considers fraud, corruption and misconduct to be serious matters to which the City adopts a zero tolerance approach.
PID Officer
The City has a number of PID Officers. Enquiries can be made to the General Counsel, Manager Corporate Governance & Council Services or Manager People and Culture on (08) 9405 5000.
How to lodge a public interest disclosure
- Before lodging a formal disclosure, contact the PID Officer to discuss your options, confirm if alternative actions are suitable and understand your rights and responsibilities.
- Submit your application online below.
Report fraud or misconduct online form
For more information and guidance visit the Public Sector Commission website.
