Tell us what you think of draft Community Engagement Policy

Published on 27 October 2020

How would you like to engage with Council? 

We’d like to know what you think of Council’s new draft Community Engagement Policy, which covers when, why and how Council will consult with the community. 

Consultation is the process by which Council gathers information to make decisions that impact on the community. Your input will ensure this new policy reflects the community’s needs and expectations. 

Under the new Local Government Act 2020, councils must adopt a community engagement policy which gives effect to the community engagement principles in the Act by 1 March 2021. The policy must also ensure councils use deliberative engagement methods in creating at least four key documents – the Council Plan, Community Vision, Asset Plan and Financial Plan.  

Outgoing Councillors endorsed the draft policy for the purposes of public consultation at the September Ordinary Council meeting.  

To view the draft policy and find out how to have your say, online by 5pm Monday 23 November.  

You may wish to attend an online webinar to find out more about the policy and ask any questions.  

Webinars will be held on: 

Register your attendance online.

Following a review of community feedback, the draft policy will be finalised and presented to Council for its consideration and adoption at a future Council meeting.