Shaping Our Child, Youth And Family Infrastructure

Children and an adult sit together in an outdoor play area beside a modern childcare building, surrounded by grass, trees, rocks, shade sails and a winding bike path.

How should Council plan for the facilities and spaces that support children, young people and families in the years ahead?

We're seeking community feedback on the draft Children, Youth and Family Services Infrastructure Planning Framework, which includes a proposed vision and principles to guide future planning and investment decisions.

The framework aims to support consistent, transparent and evidence-informed decision–making, helping Council respond to changing community needs over time.

Importantly, this consultation is not about specific facilities, services, or projects. Instead, we're asking whether we've got the vision and principles right.

How to get involved

Review the draft framework, vision and principles, and share your feedback via Shape Monash.

Survey closes Sunday 13 December 2026.

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