At a Meeting of Central Goldfields Shire Council last night (26/03), the Daisy Hill Community Plan was adopted.
Council has been working alongside the Daisy Hill community to support them in creating their very own community plan since 2022.
Community members have come together across two workshops to share their ideas to make Daisy Hill an even better place to live. A survey was also conducted in July last year with hard copies distributed to every household in the township with a further opportunity to provide feedback offered earlier this year.
Central Goldfields Shire Paddys Ranges Ward Cr Chris Meddows-Taylor said community plans were an important tool for supporting advocacy and seeking funding and resources to support community goals and aspirations.
"It's been a rewarding process as we've worked closely together to understand what the community's shared vision is and what they see as their strengths and what their future priorities are.
"Implementation of the Daisy Hill Community Plan will be led by the local community with Council to offer guidance, advice, advocacy and support where possible. Relevant key stakeholders/project partners and other government departments will be invited to work together with the Daisy Hill community on shared priorities.
"The Daisy Hill Community Centre Committee is a terrific group to work with. It's a pleasure to work closely with them and see their real commitment to lead community participation. The Plan that will ensure Daisy Hill can be an even better place to be in the future.
"As a first step to implement the Daisy Hill Community Plan, Council officers are exploring the potential to upgrade catering capacity and efficiency with a larger, mobile, and more suitable BBQ at the Daisy Hill Community Centre, which will support the multiple community gatherings at key points through the year."
President of the Daisy Hill Community Centre Bill Robinson said this more formalised planning integrated with community input and Council assistance is a great way to work towards our goals.
"The Community Centre has grown to be the hub of our township and a central point for locals. Currently we have a number of groups utilising the facility from Craft and sewing groups , Yoga, and a Music Group, to many special events."
Vision
The Daisy Hill Community Plan 2030 sets out the community's vision for the next six years:
- A closely connected community
- Safe and well-maintained roads
- Good access to key services for all ages
- A child and family friendly community
- Fast internet and strong mobile phone service
- Regular access to community/public transportation
- Resilience and preparedness for extreme weather events
- Strong community leaders and plentiful volunteers
- Positive partnerships and communication with Council; and
- A vibrant and well-maintained Community Centre as the central hub for engaging residents of all ages
To access a copy of the Daisy Hill Community Plan visit www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/daisyhillplan
