Draft plan looks to future

THE draft council plan for 2025 to 2029 is open for community feedback.

The document, which was created with consultation from the community, and includes the vision, goals and strategies to guide Golden Plains Shire council’s priorities.

Last year council staff held a range of engagement opportunities such as surveys and think tank sessions.

“The Council Plan is the foundation for everything we do, providing a roadmap that will guide how we serve our community over the next four years,” acting mayor Cr Helena Kirby said.

“The draft plan outlines our strategic focus through the Community Vision, strategic objectives, key priority initiatives and actions over the next four years.

“It is community-focused, reviewed annually, and includes measurable goals to track our progress.”

The draft plan was endorsed by councillors at the April ordinary council meeting and will be exhibited until Wednesday 28 May.

It also includes the municipal public health and wellbeing plan.

“I encourage residents to read the draft plan to understand its objectives and provide feedback to ensure it reflects the needs and aspirations of the Golden Plains Shire community,” Cr Kirby said.

Community members can send a written submission to Manager Community Wellbeing (Draft Council Plan 2025-2029), Golden Plains Shire Council, PO Box 111, Bannockburn, VIC 3331.

Hard copy submissions can be made at a Customer Hub or online submissions can be made on the Golden Plains Shire website.