We commonly assist local Councils with:

Governance issues Regulatory functions Enforcement Roads Control of pets Compulsory acquisitions Environmental protection Heritage protection Noise pollution Public health Town planning Environmental protection Public liability Strategic planning Public/Private partnerships.

Common questions we often get from Council officers are:

What is a local Council’s liability for road construction and maintenance under the Roads Act 1993? What are Council’s powers of entry and investigation? What are the procedures for Council meetings and resolutions under the Local Government Act? What are Council’s rights and obligations with respect to section 88B instruments? Can Council delegate authority to grant leases and licences? What avenue should we pursue to prosecute repeat offenders? What are Council’s obligations of disclosure under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009? What steps should we take to regulate irresponsible pet owners?

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Governance Issues - Regulatory Functions - Other Local Council Matters

LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAWYERS SHELLHARBOUR

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Trusted Planning & Environmental Lawyers

At Kells, we provide clear and reliable advice for local government, planning, and environmental matters in Shellharbour, supporting both public and private sector clients.

Extensive Industry Experience

With more than 40 years of experience acting for local councils and state authorities, our lawyers have a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, decision-making processes, and operational requirements.

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With offices located in Shellharbour and throughout the Illawarra, we are readily available to offer our knowledge and experience to clients across New South Wales.

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We take the time to understand your circumstances and objectives so that we can provide solutions that are carefully aligned with your goals.

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Does your Council need specialist legal support in governance, compliance, or regulatory matters? Are you seeking a legal team that understands the pressures faced by local government and offers solutions that deliver results? At Kells, we draw on decades of experience working with Councils, including those in Shellharbour, to assist officers in making well-grounded decisions and operating effectively within their legislative responsibilities.

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Local Government, Planning & Environment

Area of Expertise

How Can Our Local Government Lawyers in Shellharbour Help?

At Kells, our team brings over 40 years of experience working with local councils and state agencies, giving us an in-depth understanding of statutory frameworks, decision-making procedures, and regulatory obligations.

We provide strategic legal advice, practical training, and continuing support for Council officers, administrators, and elected representatives. Our work covers governance, enforcement, planning matters, environmental management, and public liability concerns that regularly arise in the local government sector.

With comprehensive knowledge of legislation such as the Local Government Act 1993, the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, we help Councils align their operations with legal requirements while maintaining efficiency and accountability.

Whether it involves enforcement proceedings, land acquisition, environmental challenges, or long-term planning, our Shellharbour local government lawyers provide the insight and workable solutions that allow Councils to carry out their responsibilities effectively and reduce exposure to unnecessary risk.

We commonly assist local Councils with:
- Governance issues
- Regulatory functions
- Enforcement
- Roads
- Control of pets
- Compulsory acquisitions
- Environmental protection
- Heritage protection
- Noise pollution
- Public health
- Town planning
- Environmental protection
- Public liability
- Strategic planning
- Public/Private partnerships.
Common questions we often get from Council officers are:
- What is a local Council’s liability for road construction and maintenance under the Roads Act 1993?
- What are Council’s powers of entry and investigation?
- What are the procedures for Council meetings and resolutions under the Local Government Act?
- What are Council’s rights and obligations with respect to section 88B instruments?
- Can Council delegate authority to grant leases and licences?
- What avenue should we pursue to prosecute repeat offenders?
- What are Council’s obligations of disclosure under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009?
- What steps should we take to regulate irresponsible pet owners?

These are only some of the issues we regularly assist local Councils with. If your organisation in Shellharbour or the wider region requires advice on any area of local government law, our team is ready to help.