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Input sought on decade-long financial plan

By Ryan Bellingham

Sep 22, 2025

Gannawarra Shire Council’s draft financial plan is open for community feedback. Photo by Supplied

Residents of Gannawarra Shire Council are encouraged to have their say on a key financial document.

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The draft 2025/26-2034/35 Financial Plan, which outlines the financial impact of actions and aspirations in the 2025-2028 Council Plan, is open for community feedback.

Mayor Garner Smith said the financial plan provided a forecast of the council’s fiscal position over the next decade.

“(It) identifies an underlying results deficit over the life of the plan and a surplus cash flow in five out of the 10 years of the plan,” he said.

“A 10-year capital works program and the recent update of our Asset Plan have assisted with the development of this draft plan.”

The council will consider borrowing money to fund projects that will have a demonstrated benefit to future generations, and where it has the capacity to repay debts.

To provide feedback, visit gsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or a customer service centre in Cohuna or Kerang.

Residents can also email the council at council@gsc.vic.gov.au and write to PO Box 287, Kerang, Victoria 3579, or phone 5450 9333.

Submissions will be accepted until 5pm on Tuesday, October 7, and presented at the council’s October meeting.