This theme includes:

• Customer Service - Providing assistance and information to residents and visitors, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues related to council services.
• Events - Supporting local events and running civic events to foster community spirit and celebrate important occasions.
• Engagement & Communications - Facilitating effective communication between the council and the community to ensure transparency and gather public input.
• Libraries - Offering educational and recreational resources to the community, supporting literacy, and providing access to information and technology.
• Visitor Information Centres - Promoting tourism and providing information to visitors to enhance their experience in the area.

This theme includes:

• Capital Works - Leading the planning and management of infrastructure projects to enhance community assets and construct or upgrade community facilities.
• Asset Management - Strategically managing council-owned assets by conducting thorough assessments and planning maintenance.
• Engineering - Providing expert engineering design, technical advice, and overseeing infrastructure maintenance to ensure sustainable development and operational efficiency.

This theme includes:

• Maternal and Child Health - Delivering health assessments, support, and education to promote the well-being of mothers and young children.
• Youth Services - Providing programs and support to engage, empower, and enrich the lives of young people in the community, including the L2P Program
• Emergency Management - Focussing on preparing, coordinating, and responding to emergencies to ensure community safety and resilience.
• Disaster Resilience and Recovery - Offering immediate and long-term assistance to help communities recover and rebuild after disasters.

This theme includes:

• Strategic Planning - Developing comprehensive long-term strategies and policies to guide sustainable development, land use, and infrastructure planning to ensure the future growth of the community aligns with environmental and economic objectives.
• Economic Development and Tourism - Focussing on fostering economic growth by supporting local businesses, attracting new investments, and promoting the region as a premier destination for visitors.
• Sustainability - Implementing and advocating for initiatives that promote environmental management, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance the community's resilience to climate change, ensuring a sustainable future for all.
• Waste - Management of the collection, disposal, and recycling of household and commercial waste through both kerbside collection and at our local transfer stations.
• Property and Contracts - Overseeing the management and strategic use of council properties, and ensuring effective administration of contracts to enhance community services, and support infrastructure maintenance.
• Facilities Management - Managing public amenities and facilities to ensure they are clean, accessible, and ready for community use.

This theme includes:

• Open Spaces - Ensuring our parks and gardens are maintained to provide beautiful spaces for community enjoyment.
• Roads Maintenance - Maintaining safe roads through regular repairs and efficient traffic management.
• Tree Care - Caring for our urban forest by pruning, planting, and responding to tree-related emergencies.
• Street Cleaning - Keeping our streets clean through diligent litter control and graffiti removal.

This theme includes:

• Planning - Facilitating sustainable development through efficient management of planning permits and urban design principles.
• Building - Ensuring safe and compliant construction practices by issuing permits, conducting inspections, and providing expert advice.
• Environmental Health - Safeguarding public health through inspections and regulations that control food safety, sanitation, and environmental quality.
• Local Laws - Upholding community standards by enforcing regulations on animal control, parking, noise, and nuisance complaints.
• Compliance - Monitoring and promoting adherence to local regulations across all operational areas to maintain community well-being and harmony.

This theme includes:

• Overseeing Council's financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring the responsible use of public funds.
• Developing and implementing long-term strategic plans and policies that guide Council's operations and priorities.
• Monitoring and evaluating Council's performance against its goals and objectives to ensure continuous improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as maintaining transparency and accountability in Council activities.
• Facilitating effective and informed decision-making processes within Council, including Ordinary Council meetings.