The Anglesea community is about to start working together on their vision for the future of the town.
Surf Coast Shire Council is supporting the development of a community plan where local residents will take the reins to create then implement their plan over the next few years.
Local input is being collected as part of the opening stage of developing the community plan to progress local priorities and bring ideas to life.
People can share their thoughts and find out how to get involved:
- In person at Anglesea Bowling Club on Wednesday 18 June. Pop in for a casual chat between 4pm and 6pm.
- In a short online survey at yoursay.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/AngleseaCommunityPlan before 24 June.
Surf Coast Shire Mayor Mike Bodsworth is excited to continue empowering local residents.
"Anglesea is a unique place and local people are passionate about its character and community," he said.
"It's why I'm a huge supporter of community planning, because it brings people together and uses that passion and their local knowledge to create a plan that will have a lasting impact.
"We can share perspectives on the future we want to create, and how to get there.
"How do we want Anglesea to be, for people growing up or growing old here, or holidaying or working here, and for the plants and animals and natural landscapes that make it so special?
"We'd love to get input from as wide a range of people as possible, so the plan reflects the diversity of the community."
Whether you're a long-time Anglesea local, newcomer to the town or call it home for parts of the year, input from all community members – of various ages – will be valuable.
"As an Anglesea local, I'm looking forward to dropping in to the bowls club to have a conversation and help get the ball rolling on this important project," Mayor Bodsworth said.
"If you're interested but you aren't able to make the in-person session, I encourage you to complete the short online survey to make sure your voice is heard in this first stage.
"You'll be asked what you love about Anglesea, what you want to protect, and what you want the town's future to be.
"There's also an opportunity to register your interest to help lead the community plan, and sign-up for updates so you can provide more input down the track."
To learn more, complete the survey and find out how to stay involved in this ongoing project, visit yoursay.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/AngleseaCommunityPlan.
Council has previously supported Moriac and Winchelsea residents to create their respective community plans.
