The functions of the Public Officer include:
- dealing with requests from the public concerning the Council's affairs
- the responsibility of assisting people to gain access to public documents
- to receive submissions made to the Council
- to accept service of documents on behalf of the Council
- to represent the Council in any legal or other proceedings
- other functions as may be conferred or imposed on the Public Officer by the General Manager or, by legislation.
The position of Public Officer within the Norfolk Island Regional Council (NIRC) is held by the Acting General Manager, Philip Reid. This position is separate from the Freedom of Information Officer and Council's Complaints Officer.
For information in relation to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests please see our FOI page.
For information on Council's complaints process please see the complaints process page.
The Public Officer can be contracted by:
Telephone: +672 3 22001
Email: executiveassistant@nirc.gov.nf
Postal Address: PO Box 95, Norfolk Island, 2899
