Business Ethics

Guidelines for doing Business Ethics with the Dural & Round Corner Chamber of Commerce

The Dural & Round Chamber of Commerce (The Chamber) will ensure all its business relationships are ethical, fair and consistent.

By complying with this statement you will be able to advance your business objectives and interests with the Chamber, fairly and ethically.

You should also be aware of the consequences of not complying with this statement. Demonstrated corrupt or unethical conduct could lead to:

a) Termination of contracts/dismissal

b) Loss of further opportunities

c) Investigation for corruption/criminal activity

What should you expect from the Chamber?

The Chamber Executive are bound by the Chamber’s Constitution. They are accountable for their actions and are expected to:

Use the Chambers resources efficiently and effectively
Encourage fair and transparent competition while seeking value for money
Protect confidential and proprietary information
Deal fairly, ethically and honestly with all individuals and organisations
Disclose any situation that involves or could be perceived to involve a conflict of interest
Not seek or accept financial or other benefits for performing official duties
Treat all potential suppliers with impartiality and fairness and given equal access to information
Act honestly and ethically when dealing with its members, the community and others; and
All purchase activities and decisions will be fully and clearly documented to provide an effective audit trail

What does the Chamber expect from you?

We require anyone ‘doing business with the Chamber’ (including all members, suppliers of goods and services, political lobbyists, consultants, contractors and their sub contractors, owners and applicants), to: act ethically, fairly and honestly in all dealings with the Chamber

Declare any actual or perceived conflicts of interests as soon as you become aware of the conflict
Take all reasonable measures to prevent disclosure of confidential information
Provide accurate and reliable advice and information when required
Not offer Executive members, contractors and consultants any financial inducements or any gift or other benefits to gain preferential treatment
Comply with the law
Where equipment or resources are supplied by the Chamber, they must only be used for the agreed purpose
Assist the Chamber to prevent unethical practices in our business relationships by complying with this Statement.
Respect the Chambers intellectual property rights and formally negotiate any access, license or use of the intellectual property.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding this Statement or wish to provide information about suspected corrupt or unethical conduct, maladministration, serious and substantial waste, please contact the Chamber’s President on 0408 011 193, by telephone or in writing.

Any business wishing to grow their business and support the local community is welcome to join the Dural and District Chamber of Commerce.

Dural And District Business Chamber