Draft Council Plan 2021-25!
Consultation has concluded
Draft Council Plan and 2031 Community Vision in final stages of development!
Every four years Council works with the community to develop a new Council Plan. The Plan identifies priorities for action and determines how Council will allocate resources to make them happen. In February to April 2021, we asked the community to let us know what was important for the next four years and this has been incorporated into the draft Council Plan 2021-25.
We also checked in on the Wellington 2031 Community Vision. 2031 is the community's long-term hopes for the future of our Shire. The 2031 Vision was developed in 2017 and we have reviewed the first four years of delivery against it.
During July and August 2021 we sent these draft documents out for consultation and now we're taking in the feedback and finalising the documents, ready for adoption in October.
Key Council Plan priorities
The draft Council Plan 2021-25 includes five emerging opportunities and priorities and four Strategic Directions.
What happens next?
We have completed Stage 2 consultation to gather the community's thoughts on the draft Council Plan 2021-25 and the Wellington 2031 Community Vision check in. Feedback from the community will be presented to Councillors and any required changes will be made to these two documents before they are adopted by Council in October 2021. A summary of stage 2 consultation will be posted on this page when it is available.
Draft Council Plan and 2031 Community Vision in final stages of development!
Every four years Council works with the community to develop a new Council Plan. The Plan identifies priorities for action and determines how Council will allocate resources to make them happen. In February to April 2021, we asked the community to let us know what was important for the next four years and this has been incorporated into the draft Council Plan 2021-25.
We also checked in on the Wellington 2031 Community Vision. 2031 is the community's long-term hopes for the future of our Shire. The 2031 Vision was developed in 2017 and we have reviewed the first four years of delivery against it.
During July and August 2021 we sent these draft documents out for consultation and now we're taking in the feedback and finalising the documents, ready for adoption in October.
Key Council Plan priorities
The draft Council Plan 2021-25 includes five emerging opportunities and priorities and four Strategic Directions.
What happens next?
We have completed Stage 2 consultation to gather the community's thoughts on the draft Council Plan 2021-25 and the Wellington 2031 Community Vision check in. Feedback from the community will be presented to Councillors and any required changes will be made to these two documents before they are adopted by Council in October 2021. A summary of stage 2 consultation will be posted on this page when it is available.
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What does success look like in 2025?
almost 3 years agoCLOSED: This brainstormer has concluded.It's important that we understand what outcomes you would like to see by 2025. If you were walking around the Shire in 2025, what improvements would you expect to see?
Below are the ideas that were shared by community members during our Stage 1 consultation, which closed 3 April.
Allen Mackayabout 3 years agoOff leash dog parks
Off leash dog parks is a place where dog lovers meet, connect and give their beloved pets a chance to socialise and meet without leads. They successful in other areas around Australia and it is a place where people who don’t like dogs avoid. There is not one off leash area in this part of the world, how do you socialise your pups if there is no safe place ? I am a dog person and I love going and meeting other dog parents! Ideally a green space, with full facilities and split areas for big and small species! It would be awesome if it was near water
1 comment0Madiabout 3 years agoFairy lights on main road tree’s Maffra
1 comment0Kate1985about 3 years agoWind breaks to be added at Rutter Park in Port Albert.
Due to the nature of Port Albert there is typically a lot of wind making the unsheltered basketball court challenging to use and the BBQ shelter does not offer much shelter. Wondering whether this could be improved?
1 comment0Broatthebeachabout 3 years agoOptions apart from septic systems to be considered where town sewerage not available
Council needs to be open to alternative options to sewerage disposal. If town sewerage is not available the only option considered is septic. There are other options such as composting toilet systems that can be used in environmentally sensitive areas that are not as costly as septic systems but also use less water which needs to be considered when the only water source is tank water. Composting systems and the associated benefits for the environment as well as financially for homeowners is greater than septic systems. Council needs to consider this type of waste system as a suitable option.
0 comment0Katieabout 3 years agobattery storage!
Trial neigbourhood battery storage--see https://www.energy.vic.gov.au/new-energy-technologies?_ga=2.28611576.511702776.1614552435-2055225962.1611877238. This would be awesome for energy security (eg if bushfires), and tranition to clean energy. In 90 mile beach region maybe?
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What are our main challenges for the next four years?
almost 3 years agoCLOSED: This brainstormer has concluded.Below are the ideas that were shared by community members during our Stage 1 consultation, which closed 3 April.
cathy wabout 3 years agoConsider establishing micro - grids in smaller towns like Yarram
using local solar panel owners sharing and selling excess power production
0 comment0Michaelabout 3 years agoWellington Shire volunteers to host Australia’s first nuclear power plant.
Technology, infrastructure, development of educational facilities and spin off industries while being leaders in the country.
2 comments0cathy wabout 3 years agofoot/cycle path linking Devon Nth to Yarram and the rail trail
Bolgers Rd. and Tarra Valley Rd are very dangerous for walkers and cyclists
0 comment0Michaelabout 3 years agoWellington Shire recognised it can leverage existing power line networks to build HELE (High Efficiency Low Emission Coal Power Plants.
Wellington can improve the base load capacity of the state and provide jobs here.
1 comment0Windchimeabout 3 years agoAt Loch Sport on the Lake St rock groyne a platform at the edge of the No boating zone for people to sit near the water.
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What should our big initiatives (new ideas) and priorities (focus areas) be?
almost 3 years agoCLOSED: This brainstormer has concluded.Below are the ideas that were shared by community members during our Stage 1 consultation, which closed 3 April.
BodyeDabout 3 years agoGolden Beach: Council could purchase the Beachside Land and Create a Waterpark, Sanctuary, Lagoon, Cafe Style, Indoor Outdoor Haven
and or Landscaped Water Garden Area. (Stacey, John, Beverly, William and Anne)
0 comment1BodyeDabout 3 years agoAdd a welcome to Golden Beach sculpture
It might be some kind of an archway that's unique and or symbolic to the location. The place could gradually develop a new and positive identity. (Stacey, John, Beverly, William and Anne)
0 comment0BodyeDabout 3 years agoDevelop a tourism strategy for Golden Beach (Stacey, John, Beverly, William and Anne)
Protect and promote this amazing environment so that even more people make the journey and discover Golden Paradise Beach for themselves.
0 comment1BodyeDabout 3 years agoInstall Native Animals To Keep Watch For Signs
This could be a feature as well as informative. (Stacey, John, Beverly, William and Anne)
0 comment0BodyeDabout 3 years agoA "Sunset Deck" at or near the Golden Beach Golf Club, Lake Reeve or somewhere in town with a high viewing platform.
A "Morning View" deck somewhere near the beach or as an addition to the existing platform towards the left of the beach entry to allow for seating and a slightly larger group of people. An all access beach deck with chairs and tables. A treetop style deck would be a great feature so that people can visit the high platform to take in the surrounding views of the area. A photography drone could help to determine the best location and or locations for these. Stacey, John, Beverly, William and Anne
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Key dates
21 August - 19 October: Council considers community feedback and finalises documents, ready for adoption.
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Key stages
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8 February – 3 April 2021
Draft Council Plan 2021-25! has finished this stageStage 1 consultation – community reflection and feedback about Wellington 2030 and upcoming priorities for Council Plan
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April – June 2021
Draft Council Plan 2021-25! has finished this stageCouncil officers draft the Council Plan 2021-25 and revise the Community Vision based on feedback heard.
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6 July - 20 August 2021
Draft Council Plan 2021-25! has finished this stageStage 2 consultation – draft Council Plan and updated 2030 Community Vision are presented for community feedback
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August – September 2021
Draft Council Plan 2021-25! has finished this stageCouncil Plan is revised by officers, based on community feedback
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October 2021
Draft Council Plan 2021-25! is currently at this stageCouncil Plan 2021-25 and updated Wellington 2030 Community Vision are adopted by Council and launched
FAQs
- Why are we writing a new Council Plan?
- What role does the Council Plan play in Council decision-making?
- Why did we check in on Wellington 2031?
- Why does Wellington have a long-term Community Vision?
- How was the community involved in the development of Wellington 2031?
- What information was gathered and used for the Wellington 2031 review and draft Council Plan 2021-25 development?
- How was community feedback analysed and included in 2031 and the draft Council Plan 2021-25?