Local Government Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Champions Network · Report

SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE MEETING                                     10 SEPTEMBER 2024


People & Culture Manager Daryl Mahon and Community Development Office Kylie Finigan were
nominated to represent Noosa Shire Council as members of the Local Government Domestic and
Family Violence Prevention Champions Network (the Champions Network).

Given the recent election, the Champions Network has written to Council to seek Council’s continued
involvement in the Champions Network and to confirm who the representatives will be this term. This
report recommends appointing a councillor with an interest in the prevention of domestic and family
violence and two staff members from Community Development and People and Culture teams given
the primary topics are community development and local government employee programs.

The Champions Network meets virtually three to four times per year. The next meeting will be held
on 2 October 2024.

Link to Corporate Plan
Theme No. 2 - Liveability

Liveability encompasses housing, facilities and services, transport, health and wellbeing to enable an
inclusive, connected and vibrant community.

2.6 Facilitate strong, vibrant, inclusive communities where people have a sense of belonging and are
active participants in a rich community life.
2.8 Provide opportunities to enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of our communities.



Previous Council Consideration
Not applicable.

Finance
There are no financial implications.

Risk & Opportunities
Risks
Reduced Coordination and Collaboration: Services and initiatives could be fragmented without LGA
representation. Effective D&FV prevention often requires coordination between various levels of
government, law enforcement, social services, and community organisations.
Inadequate Response to Local Incidents: Local Council have direct knowledge of specific community
issues and incidents. Without their input, the DFV Prevention Council may not be fully informed about
local cases or trends, leading to inadequate or inappropriate responses.

Opportunities
Increased Collaboration in the Sector: Having all levels of government working toward a common
objective will assist with D&FV advocacy and collaboration within the sector.

Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with Council’s
Human Rights Policy.