Fraud Prevention and Control Policy

The purpose of the Public Interest Disclosure Policy is to demonstrate Council’s commitment to the prevention, detection and investigation of all instances of fraud and corrupt activity. Council does not tolerate fraud and corruption and is committed to protecting its reputation and assets from any attempt by employees or others to gain financial or other benefits by deceit or dishonest conduct.

This policy requires Councillors and officers to:

• Demonstrate transparency and build integrity into every decision and action;
• Develop and maintain evidence based risk registers;
• Ensure impartiality of decision making, advice and review;
• Provide clarity around responsibility and accountability, including disclosures, conflicts of interest and reporting; and
• Support the approach through education and training.

This policy should be read in conjunction with the Fraud Prevention and Control Plan.

The Fraud Prevention and Control Policy has been reviewed and expanded with the addition of a dedicated section for evidence of completion or enrolment in study in the Fraud Prevention Plan. Other minor administrative changes have been made to reflect role or title changes.

Feedback from You

Before Council adopts the amended Policy, we'd like to hear from you! Please read the draft Policy (attached to this page) and complete the survey below and provide your feedback on the Policy and the proposed amendments.

Please provide your feedback by 11:59pm on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

If you have any questions about this policy, please contact our Governance Team on (03) 5391 4444, or email info@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au.