Housing:

• Provision of Housing:This includes the allocation of residential stands, housing units, and potentially managing rental properties. 
• Housing Development:The department may be involved in land development, housing construction, and property management. 
• Housing Policies:It is responsible for implementing and administering council housing policies. 
• Maintenance of Housing Waiting Lists:Managing applications for housing and maintaining waiting lists for available properties. 

Health:

• Public Health Management:Overseeing public health programs, which may include disease prevention, health promotion, and sanitation. 
• Environmental Health:Ensuring a healthy and safe environment through waste management, sanitation, and other measures. 
• Primary Health Care:Potentially providing access to primary healthcare facilities like clinics. 
• Emergency Services:May include emergency preparedness and rescue services. 

Community Services:

• Social Services: Providing social welfare services, including support for vulnerable groups and community development initiatives. 
• Recreational Facilities: Managing and maintaining parks, recreational facilities, community halls, and other spaces for community use. 
• Education: May manage council schools and libraries. 
• Community Development: Promoting social and economic development within the community. 
• Cultural and Recreational Activities: Supporting cultural events, arts, and recreational activities. 

Other Functions:

• Burial Space Management: Providing and managing burial grounds. 
• Gender Mainstreaming: Promoting gender equality and inclusion within the community. 
• Cooperative Development: Supporting the development of cooperatives and community-based organizations. 
• Coordination of Activities: Coordinating various activities within the department and with other relevant organizations.