Trading Terms and Business Ethics

1. Purchase Order General Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Goods and Services

The following terms and conditions apply to any supply of Goods and Services to Snowy Monaro Regional Council. Any alterations to these terms and conditions must be in writing and signed by both parties. These terms and conditions will override any Contractor’s terms and conditions associated with the supply of Goods or Services where there is inconsistency unless otherwise notified in writing.

2. Statement of Business Ethics

Snowy Monaro Regional Council delivers a range of services to our community. We have a responsibility to achieve value for money for our community which includes ensuring that our business relationships are honest, ethical, fair and consistent.
Snowy Monaro Regional Council's Statement of Business Ethics provides guidelines and instructions on what to expect from Council and explains the mutual obligations, roles and constraints of all commercial partners and suppliers conducting business with Council.

The term ethical behaviour and integrity embody the concepts of morality, respect, without bias, impartiality, fairness, equity, honesty, probity and objectivity. Council takes responsibility for adopting and enforcing these standards of ethical behaviour internally and expects our commercial partners and suppliers dealing with the Council to do likewise. Council employees, Councillors, volunteers and delegates are required to comply with the Local Government Act, Model Code of Conduct for Local Council in NSW, Council policies, procedures and guidelines to reduce the risk of potential, perceived or actual inappropriate business activities.

3. Council Values


Council strives to be a trusted community partner. The values that underpin Council’s vision as set out in its strategic and management plans include:

  • Solutionary
  • Together
  • Accountable
  • Innovative
  • Caring.

Download PDF   Statement of Business Ethics

If you require any further details, please contact Council 1300 345 345.