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We’re reviewing the City of Ballarat’s Community Engagement Policy, which guides how Council involves the community in decision-making.
The current Policy was adopted in 2021 following community consultation, after changes to the Local Government Act (2020) required all councils to develop and maintain a formal engagement policy. It was built on our existing engagement practices and shaped by local feedback at the time.
We’re reviewing the Policy now to make sure it’s still relevant and reflects the goals of our newly elected Council.
We’ve made some draft changes to the Policy, while keeping its foundation in best-practice principles:
Read the draft Community Engagement Policy
Monday 16 June 2025 4pm to 6pm
Burrumbeet Soldiers Memorial Hall, 46 Burrumbeet Road, Burrumbeet
Come and chat to your North Ward representative, Councillor Rinaldi and provide feedback on the Community Engagement Policy while you are there.
Monday 30 June 2025 4pm to 7pm
Alfredton Recreation Reserve Pavillion, 89 Cuthberts Road, Alfredton.
Come and chat to your Alfredton Ward representative, Councillor Saunders and provide feedback on the Community Engagement Policy while you are there.
Thursday 3 July 2025 4pm to 7pm
Brown Hill Community Hall, 375 Humffray Street Brown Hill.
Come and chat to your Brown Hill Ward representative, Councillor Lapkin and provide feedback on the Community Engagement Policy while you are there.
