The Council of the City of Sydney

Over the past decade, the City of Sydney has evolved into one of the world's truly great cities. As beautiful as it is dynamic, the City is in the commercial, financial and cultural heart of Australia and an active player in the global economy.

The Council consists of 10 Councillors, including the Lord Mayor and the Deputy Lord Mayor. Activities carried out by the City are presided over by two main arms - the Office of the Lord Mayor and the Office of the Chief Executive Officer.

Office of the Lord Mayor

This Office ensures that the Lord Mayor is accessible to all those with a genuine interest in the City of Sydney. The Office of the Lord Mayor liaises with constituents, international cities, other capital cities, the development, business, retail and financial sectors, Federal and State Governments and other local councils as well as the City of Sydney CEO and senior City staff. It also provides policy development, media liaison, speech writing and administrative support and organises official visits, civic ceremonies and receptions.

Office of the Chief Executive Officer

This Office brings together a diverse range of key strategic activities. It is responsible for internal management audits, organisational performance management, contract and asset management, prosecutions and compliance, development and coordination of cultural and major events, internal and external communications and City marketing.