Council Plan The Local Government Act 2020 requires that a Community Vision and Council Plan be prepared and adopted by 31 October in the year following a general election.The Community Vision must describe the municipal community’s aspirations for the future of the municipality for a period of at least the next 10 financial years.
Economic Development Strategy The Hindmarsh Shire Council Economic Development Strategy 2024-2028 builds on current economic contexts within the Hindmarsh Shire, to identify strategies and targets to support our people, employment and socio-economic wellbeing, housing, and economic output.
Youth Strategy The Hindmarsh Shire Council Youth Strategy acknowledges the important role young people play in strengthening and sustaining our local community and economy. It emphasises the importance of their involvement and contributions in all aspects of community life as leaders, change makers and advocates.
Sport and Recreation Strategy Sport and Recreation play a vital role in fostering healthy, connected and vibrant communities and this 10-year Sport and Recreation Strategy sets out how Council, along with local clubs, groups, and community partners, will work together to make sport and recreation more accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable for everyone.
Asset Plan The Asset Plan 2025-2035 is a means of outlining the key elements involved in managing Council assets. It combines management, financial, engineering and technical practices to ensure that the level of service required by user groups is provided at the lowest long term cost to the community within the limits of any fiscal constraints that may be imposed by Council.
Road Management Plan The Road Management Plan describes how Hindmarsh Shire Council manages its road and related assets in accordance with the requirements of the Road Management Act 2004 (the Act), and associated Regulations and Codes of Practice.The purpose of the Road Management Plan is to establish a management system for Council to inspect, maintain and repair its public roads.
Climate Adaption Strategy This document presents a refresh of Hindmarsh Shire’s Climate Adaptation Strategy by summarising recent and long-term climate trends and the accepted outlook for future climatic changes. It presents practical strategies and actions for which Council can make a meaningful contribution in offsetting potential adverse impacts from climate change and severe climate events.
Domestic Animal Management Plan The Domestic Animals Act 1994 (the Act) provides the framework for Dog and Cat Management in Victoria. The Act requires all councils to develop a plan for the management of dogs and cats within its municipality.In fulfilling Council’s obligations under section 68A of the Act, the Domestic Animal Management Plan guides Council’s approach to domestic animal management over the next 4 years.
Community Action Plan The Hindmarsh Shire 2024 - 2028 Community Action Plan has been developed through a consultation process between Hindmarsh Shire Council and the communities of Dimboola, Jeparit, Nhill and Rainbow and surrounds, during March and April 2023. Initiatives in the Action Plan range from major capital works projects to advocacy projects to business development initiatives.