Cardinia Shire Council is inviting community members to review the draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2025–2027 that aims to further strengthen reconciliation across the Shire.
Earlier this year, Council began developing its third RAP in consultation with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members, Traditional Owners, the broader community and Council's internal Reconciliation Working Group.
The draft RAP outlines actions to build and strengthen relationships, show respect and create improved opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Cardinia Shire Council Deputy Mayor, Cr Liz Roberts said the RAP represents an important step in continuing the journey of reconciliation.
"Thank you to all community members who engaged with us earlier this year during the development of the RAP".
"Our third RAP builds on the progress we've made and reaffirms our commitment to reconciliation and strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the Shire. We encourage our community to review the draft plan and share their feedback" she says.
The draft RAP is now available for public exhibition until Monday 19 January 2026.
To view the draft plan, please visit https://creating.cardinia.vic.gov.au/reconciliation-action-plan-2026-2028
The finalised, designed RAP will be presented to Council in early 2026.
