Public Interest Disclosure
The Shire of Merredin does not tolerate corrupt or other improper conduct, including mismanagement of public resources, in the exercise of the public functions of the Shire of Merredin and its officials, employees, and suppliers/contractors. The Shire’s Fraud and Corruption Policy (Policy 3.29) is a commitment to a zero-tolerance approach to fraudulent and corrupt conduct.
The Shire is committed to the aims and objectives of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2003. It recognises the value and importance of contributions of staff to enhance administrative and management practices and strongly supports disclosures being made as to corrupt or other improper conduct.
The Shire will take all reasonable steps to protect those who make such disclosures from any detrimental action in reprisal for the making of a public interest disclosure. The Shire does not tolerate any of its elected members, employees, suppliers, or contractors engaging in acts of victimisation or reprisal against those who make public interest disclosures.
If you wish to make a disclosure or for further information call the Shire on (08) 9041 1611 to discuss the process before completing a public interest disclosure form.
Lodging a Public Interest Disclosure
Applications can be lodged via the lodgement form in the following manner:
- Online Lodgement Form (electronic lodgement forms)
- Post: PO Box 42, Merredin WA 6415 (marked confidential to the Public Interest Disclosure Officer)
- Email: go@merredin.wa.gov.au
- In-person: Shire of Merredin Administration Building, Cnr King and Barrack St Merredin
Documents and Downloads
A Guide to Public Interest Disclosures
Public Interest Disclosure Lodgement Form
Assessment and Case Management Form
Disclosure Consent Form