What is the purpose of the Whistleblowers Protection Act?
To facilitate the disclosure of corrupt or improper conduct. It also provides protection to "whistleblowers" within an organisation disclosing such information.
Who is the Act applicable to?
All Victorian public bodies and public officers including:
- Statutory authorities
- Universities and hospitals
- Councillors and Council staff
- Members of the Victorian Police Force
- Members of Victorian Parliament
Who can make a disclosure?
Any person that has reasonable grounds to believe that improper or corrupt conduct has occurred.
Who handles such disclosures at Maroondah?
Peter Tully and in his absence Mike Ison.
How do I contact Maroondah with a disclosure?
There are a number of ways available for people to contact Maroondah with a potential disclosure:
Telephone
Protected Disclosure Coordinator
Peter Tully, Governance Advisor, 9298 4211
Mobile 0417 541 517
Protected Disclosure Officer (in absence of Peter Tully)
Mike Ison, Corporate Solicitor, 9298 4363
Mobile 0418 319 837
Written Material - enclosed within an envelope clearly marked:
CONFIDENTIAL - Attention Protected Disclosure Coordinator
Maroondah City Council
PO Box 156
Ringwood 3134
Emails - to be addressed to:
whistleblowers@maroondah.vic.gov.au
NB This email address is solely accessed by the Protected Disclosure Coordinator.
Further information and procedures
Further information and procedures that Maroondah City Council will follow for a disclosure:
