Murrindindi Shire Council has adopted a number of important strategic plans that will help shape the future of the Shire's services, infrastructure and communities.
At its Scheduled Meeting of Council on Wednesday 22 October, Council formally adopted the Murrindindi Shire Council Asset Plan 2025-2035, Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2025-2029, Residential Design Guidelines, and Yea Structure Plan.
Mayor Cr Damien Gallagher said the meeting marked an important step forward for Council's long-term planning and community outcomes.
"These important documents set a clear strategic direction for how we care for our people, our places and promote the sustainable growth of Murrindindi Shire," Cr Gallagher said. "They reflect the aspirations of our community and provide a roadmap for how we'll deliver on them in the years ahead."
The Asset Plan 2025-2035 sets out how Council will manage and maintain more than $640 million worth of Council assets, including roads, bridges, buildings and open spaces over the next decade. The Plan focuses on sustainable investment, renewal and ensuring value for money for ratepayers.
The Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2025-2029 outlines a shared commitment from Council and partner agencies to improving the physical, mental and social wellbeing of residents, with particular focus on children, young people and older people. The Plan will be delivered in partnership with local health organisations and community partners.
Council also adopted the Murrindindi Residential Design Guidelines, providing practical advice to support well-designed, sustainable and diverse housing across the Shire. The guidelines will help developers and residents design houses that reflect local character and respond to the local context, protecting the unique rural charm.
The Yea Structure Plan 2025 was also adopted to guide sensible growth and development in Yea. The Plan identifies opportunities for new housing, improved connectivity, and enhancement of the town's environmental and recreational assets, while maintaining Yea's unique character.
"Together, these plans set the direction for Council's decisions, aligning our work with community priorities and a sustainable future," Cr Gallagher said. "We thank everyone who took the time to contribute feedback during their development and look forward to getting to work making Murrindindi the destination of choice – to live, to visit, and to enjoy."
All documents are available on Council's website.
