Council Plan 2025-2029

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Delivering on our Community Vision.
The Council Plan 2025-2029 sets out the City of Ballarat’s strategic direction for the next four years, translating the aspirations of the Community Vision 2025-2035 into clear goals, actions, and measurable outcomes. This plan outlines how Council will lead, invest, and collaborate to shape a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable Ballarat.
Our goals for 2025–2029
Over the next four years, Council will focus on six key goals:
- A city that conserves its heritage and enhances our natural, cultural and built assets
- A city that fosters sustainable growth
- A healthy, safe, connected and welcoming community for all
- A strong and innovative local economy and city
- A Council that provides leadership and advocates for its community
- An environmentally and financially sustainable future
Each goal is supported by strategic objectives, key initiatives, and performance indicators to ensure transparency and accountability.
This plan ensures that Council’s decisions and investments are aligned with community priorities, grounded in evidence, and responsive to change.
Integrated strategic planning and reporting framework
The Council Plan 2025-2029, adopted at the 25 June Council Meeting, forms a core part of the City of Ballarat’s Integrated Strategic Planning and Reporting Framework, as required under the Local Government Act 2020.