The University of ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ is governed by its Council which is established by the . The Act defines the functions, values and powers of the University and allows the University to make statutes, rules, and policies to carry out or give effect to the Act. The Council has the entire management of the University and is to act in all matters concerning the University in the way it considers will best promote the interests of the University.

The University of ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ Council:

• has 15 members
• is chaired by the Chancellor
• is advised by its five standing committees
• meetings normally occur seven times per year. 

• Strategic direction, budget and business plan (Connected - A Decadal Strategy, 2023 - 2032).
• Oversight and review of executive and university performance.
• Management and control of finances.
• University legislation and policies.
• Overseeing and monitoring academic activities.
• Overseeing and monitoring risk management, systems of control and accountability.
• Overseeing management and control of property and business affairs.
• Management of the council's own affairs.
• The Council must in all matters endeavour to advance the interests of the University.

Resources

• The exercise of powers reserved to the Council: Reserved powers of the Council (PDF)
• 2026 meeting schedule for Council and Committees (PDF)
• Council Governance Charter (PDF)

Council Meetings

• Council meetings are governed by the Standing orders (PDF) and held at least six times per year.
• A copy of the Agenda, excluding matters to be considered in closed session, will be available on the University website at least three business days prior to the meeting.
• Council meetings are generally open to staff and students of the University. Members of the public may only attend with the agreement of the Chair (and depending on available seating). Observers are not permitted to be present for closed sessions of Council.
• All observers must register their intention to attend a Council meeting at least two business days before the meeting by email to governance@canberra.edu.au. Observers should comply with the Standing Order requirements Items 54 – 60.

Council Meeting Agendas and Communiques