Advocacy priorities

Council’s advocacy prospectus showcases the opportunities available in Surf Coast Shire.

Download Surf Coast Shire Council Advocacy Priorities 2025(PDF, 1MB)

Council’s advocacy priorities are grouped in five themes:

Placemaking and Prosperity

The beauty of the natural environment and the lifestyle it inspires are drivers of economic activity and population growth in Surf Coast Shire. Precinct planning and development of cultural facilities are key projects that would unlock significant potential.

Housing Affordability and Worker Accommodation

Accessible, affordable and secure housing is critical to the sustainability of local communities but housing prices have escalated beyond the reach of many. Local housing projects aimed at providing key worker and social housing are investment ready.

Climate Resilience and Environment

Surf Coast Shire is particularly susceptible to the impacts of climate and weather events. Funding programs that enable more resilient infrastructure and assets will be increasingly important to avoid significant financial and social costs into the future.

Roads and Transport

Roads that are fit for purpose are a high priority for Surf Coast Shire communities. Equally important are initiatives that reduce reliance on private car use, including dedicated pedestrian and cycling links.

Stronger Communities

Effective partnerships enable all levels of government to provide support that is targeted, cost effective and aligned to local need. Council is seeking to collaborate on opportunities that put people and place together in ways that benefit both.

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