The Holroyd Model

The Holroyd Model is a model for continuous organisational improvement, a positive response to the National Competition Policy which was first implemented in 1996 and reviewed in 2001 and 2005.

The Holroyd Model 2005

The Holroyd Model emphasises a balance between:

competitive provision of services and rewarding jobs
a strong community focus
financial constraints

The model highlights a philosophy of:

quality services
winning partnerships with community, Council and within Council
maintaining corporate knowledge/skills, development and encouragement of staff

In 2001 Council won a Local Government Management Excellence Award for the Holroyd Model