Over the past year, Council has engaged in over 1,000 conversations with community members about what matters most for the future of Murrindindi Shire, including the need for practical solutions, strong leadership, and a long-term vision that's grounded in local identity.
This feedback has helped shape a bold yet practical roadmap that outlines how Council will work toward the community's aspirations over the next four years and what our towns and Shire should look and feel like over the next decade.
The Council Plan is organised around three clear strategic directions:
- A Thriving and Prosperous Shire
- Healthy, Inclusive and Resilient Communities
- Trusted Leadership and Sustainable Services
These directions respond directly to what the community told us: the need to plan growth carefully, protect rural character, maintain local roads and assets; strengthen local connections and wellbeing, build resilience to climate and economic shocks; and ensure Council communicates clearly, listens actively, manages finances responsibly and delivers effective and reliable services.
Our 10-year Community Vision describes the long-term hopes, dreams and aspirations of the people of Murrindindi Shire. It is a shared statement of intent that belongs to both Council and the community - and it can only be realised through strong partnership, collaboration and shared action.
Thank you to everyone who contributed. Your ideas and reflections helped shape the refreshed Community Vision and the priorities that will guide this Council Plan.
We now want to check in – have we heard you correctly?
We'd love your feedback on whether the draft Council Plan reflects the priorities you shared. Your input helps shape the future of Murrindindi Shire and ensures we're heading in the right direction together.
You can read the draft Council Plan 2025-29 and 10-year Community Vision on our online engagement platform The Loop, answer a short survey and provide your feedback until Wednesday 25 June 2025.
