What is the Remuneration Report?
The Remuneration Report provides decision-makers and authorised officers of councils with reliable comparative data on the total remuneration package of executive and management staff in councils across NSW.

The Remuneration Report is based on data gathered through the annual LGSA Remuneration Survey and is available in time for councils' budget preparations (usually in mid-February). The Report contains a number of statistical measures for each position. Depending on which level of report is chosen, comparative data is provided for similar-sized councils across NSW and/or for councils in the same region.

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The 2011-2012 LGSA Remuneration Survey
Survey packs (including the instructions, survey forms, price list and order form) for this year's survey can be requested from Debra Law by phone 02 9242 4142 or email debra.law@lgsa.org.au. 

Survey participation
This survey traditionally has the highest participation rate of councils in NSW. Where sufficient data has been received, the survey report can provide remuneration comparisons against councils in the same region as well as against similar sized councils.

Completed survey forms should be returned to Debra Law by the due date indicated on the survey form (usually November) to receive a discount on Remuneration Report orders. Participating councils will receive a complimentary copy of the NSW Local Government General Manager Remuneration Report.
 
All councils in NSW are encouraged to complete their surveys to ensure decision-makers are able to draw on current and comprehensive data. 
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Ordering a report
The order form is included in the survey pack. To order, please choose the level of analysis and comparison groups you require. 

The levels are listed below:

Level of analysis

 

Comparison Group

Same classification

Same Region

Targeted

1 – General Manager

 

Councils with the same classification, based on our unique classification system developed with reference to the ALGA and Remuneration Tribunal classifications, and council statistics.

 

Councils in the same Region as defined by the DLG

 

The customer chooses which councils to compare against. This also allows comparison of higher or lower classifications, neighbouring Regions, or trend data.

2 – General Manager and Directors

3 – General Manager, Directors and Managers

4 – General Manager, Directors, Managers and Supervisors

Councils can request reports to suit their own budget cycle and reports can be tailored to their specific needs. If you would like more information please contact Gregor Ptok (contact us) with your details and we will reply within 24 hours to discuss your requirements.