SHIRE of Mundaring has adopted its plan for the next decade ‘Our Plan for the Future’ 2024-2034 following community consultation.
The plan was devised in consultation with the community through interactive workshops and a shire wide survey that attracted an unprecedented 3014 responses.
The 10-year plan maintains a strong focus on sustainability, community and environment with a place based approach to address the unique needs and priorities of each region; the foothills, the hills, and the rural communities.
Key focus areas include the revitalisation of Mundaring Town Centre and the development of the Mundaring Cultural Hub, a multipurpose facility that will include an art gallery, visitor centre, local history museum, contemporary library and community spaces.
Protecting and enhancing the natural environment, improving recreational and sporting facilities and bushfire mitigation are other key focus areas that align with the vision of being the ‘Heart of the Perth Hills’ and a place for sustainable living.
Shire President Paige McNeil said the resulting plan captured the community’s aspirations with a detailed outline of how objectives will be achieved by council over the coming decade.
She said the council plan was an exciting and forward-thinking strategy that reflected the vision of the community and would steer the shire through a decade of projects and revitalisation.
“Council consulted heavily to understand the aspirations, ideas and priorities of ratepayers and we are dedicated to creating more opportunities for community engagement.
“We remain committed to protecting our biodiversity and ensuring our natural landscapes are accessible and enjoyed by residents and visitors. We are also aware of the increasing need to be bushfire safe in managing our unique conservation responsibilities.
“Guided by council’s core values of community focus, proactivity, respect, and accountability, this plan will steer the shire for the next decade, with annual reviews to ensure it stays relevant and responsive to evolving needs.”
The plan is available to view or download via the Shire of Mundaring website.
