Beachport Community Vision

Wattle Range Council is seeking input from the people of Beachport in developing the Beachport Community Vision.

Update February 2024

On 21 February 2024, 100 + community members, Council staff an Elected Members gathered in the Beachport Bowling Club to discuss a community vision for Beachport.

Community visions were collected and the following three main projects were discussed:

• Beachport Anchorage Concept Design (view the flythrough video here)
• Bowman Scenic Drive Concept Plan
• Beach Road Renewal/Upgrade

If you couldn’t make the forum, you can still add your community vision, vote and add comments on ideas already submitted.

You can also have your say on what main project should be funded next by completing the survey.

What is a Community vision?

Each of the 13 townships of the Wattle Range Council region has its own unique community town plan written by the community, with the assistance of Council, outlining their ideas with the aim of aiding a strategic approach to implementing projects and initiatives over a ten-year period.

The objective of a community vision is to facilitate a living process, allowing priorities and projects to change in line with community needs from year to year.

Our intention is to replace what was the 'Community Town Plan', with the brand new 'Community Vision', which will capture the thoughts and ideas of those living in each town, helping to better guide Council decision making, enhancing community vibrancy, ensuring environmental sustainability, and inspiring innovation.

What projects matter to you?

We want to hear what matters to you and what projects you would like to see Council fund in your town in the future. What should be included in your community's vision?

The reimagined Community Vision will only include projects that can be achieved by Council from discretionary funds. Your project idea could be relating to the following:

• Council buildings, roads, footpaths and drainage
• Parks and gardens, open spaces, walking and cycling trails
• The 'amenity' (look and feel) of the community including signage
• Sport and recreation areas
• Business, tourism and events

Note: See Asset Management Plans for scheduled renewal Program - project ideas should only be for projects not identified in our Asset Management Plans.

Background

In January 2018, Council adopted the Beachport Community Town Plan which outlined a list of projects that were highlighted as a priority for the community.

What has happened so far?

Completed Projects

A list of the projects completed in Beachport since 2018 can be viewed here.

Successful Council Grants & Sponsorship

Council has awarded a number of Grants, sponsorship and scholarships to Beachport residents and clubs in the past 5 years. A list of the recipients can be viewed here.

Community Success Stories

• Beachport Rivoli Bay Lions Club Foreshore Project
• Beachport Rivoli Bay Lions Club Lanky's Well upgrade project
• Restoration of Lanky Kana's grave and memorial garden
• Beachport Crayfish Festival
• Beachport Market Days
• Beachport Duck Race
• Beachport Website
• Beachport Surf Lifesaving Club IRB State Carnivals
• Beachport New Year's Eve Fireworks

What's coming up?

Upcoming scheduled renewal projects can be viewed here.

Get involved

There are many ways you can get involved helping to create your towns community vision.

• First step is attending the Community Vision Forum
• Get together with your sporting club, community group or school parents and friends association to discuss potential community vision ideas
• Upload your idea to the community vision board
• Vote for your favorite idea. Simply 'like' ❤️ the community vision you would like to see in a future annual business plan and budget
• Speak to your Elected Members about your community vision