The change is required under the state government’s new Model Code of Meeting Practice for local councils announced this week by Local Government Minister Gabrielle Upton.

“If it’s good enough for federal and state MPs to go live to the nation, then there is no reason why local councillors should be exempt,” Ms Upton said.

“The reality is that residents and ratepayers who want to know what is going on at their council can get online and be informed.

“In 12 months it will be mandatory for all councils in NSW to webcast their meetings to ensure everybody can benefit from this initiative.”

A spokesperson for the council said it would upgrade its facilities with a view to live streaming its meetings from February.

Central Coast Council already live streams its meetings.

The new Model Code of Meeting Practice is the first uniform set of meeting rules for NSW councils.​

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