Councillors adopted the 2025-2029 Council Plan at the September council meeting, reaffirming its commitment to a strong, sustainable and financially viable future for the region.
The plan sets out strategic objectives that will guide decision-making, resource allocation and service delivery throughout the current council term.
The Council Plan is structured around five strategic themes of economy, infrastructure, liveability, environment and your council.
The draft council plan was released for public consultation in August for two weeks, with the community given a final chance to review the document and have their say.
Fifty-five people provided feedback on the draft plan, with the council meeting hearing how some areas of the plan were changed from the feedback.
Some of the changes from community feedback included adaptation to climate change being a key focus with actions, as well as new actions on UV protective shade, protecting and enhancing new vegetation, and improving sexual and reproductive health outcomes.
Mayor Shane Sali said the final Council Plan reflected the aspirations of the Greater Shepparton community, building on the extensive consultation with residents, councillors, council staff and a dedicated community panel.
“Development of a new Council Plan is a long process, and it is one heavily driven by the community,” he said.
“We are thankful to those who took the time to share their thoughts and ideas during the document’s development – this feedback has ensured the plan for council over the next four years reflects the aspirations of our residents.”
Cr Sali said there were many highlights across the five themes, including resolving future stages of GV Link Enterprise Park, supporting business and industries to adapt to reach new markets, and strengthening the economy of our small towns.
“The plan also includes measures around strategic and effective asset management, progressing the region’s circular economy, increasing the region’s tree canopy, activating the Goulburn River and Victoria Park Lake, and a review of our Shepparton and Mooroopna 2050: Regional City Growth Plan.”
The Council Plan also incorporates the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, aligning health and wellbeing goals with broader strategic objectives.
For more information or to view the full Council Plan, visit greatershepparton.com.au/council/council-documents/council-plan
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