Council Advocacy Priorities 2026

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The Surf Coast Shire Advocacy Priorities 2026 prospectus outlines the projects, partnerships and policy initiatives that will help deliver the vision and strategic directions of the Council Plan 2025-2029. Advocacy priorities are grouped under four key themes: Assets and Infrastructure, Climate and Environmental Leadership, Community Wellbeing, and Sustainable Communities.

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Key priorities

Assets and Infrastructure

  • Investment in road upgrades and maintenance across the shire.
  • Improved transport connections and support for safer, more sustainable travel options.
  • Infrastructure that can meet growing population and visitor demand.

Climate and Environmental Leadership

  • Building resilience to climate change and extreme weather events.
  • Protecting and conserving environmentally significant areas.
  • Advocacy for investment in resilient infrastructure and environmental initiatives.

Community Wellbeing

  • Supporting community-led projects and stronger community connections.
  • Delivering facilities and services that promote health, wellbeing and inclusion.
  • Planning for the needs of current and future generations.

Sustainable Communities

  • Shaping vibrant, liveable and sustainable townships.
  • Supporting housing diversity, place planning and sustainable growth.
  • Balancing tourism opportunities with local amenity and environmental values.
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