Adaption of Road Environment to Support Indigenous Fauna
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Advocating for road environments more sensitive to fauna
Our Advocacy Priorities
Advocacy to the state and federal governments is an important aspect of the work Bass Coast Shire Council do to secure resources and support for community projects and infrastructure. By effectively communicating local needs and priorities, Council can influence policy decisions, funding allocations and take actions that directly benefit community, businesses, organisations and visitors
The Advocacy Strategy 2023-26 guides how and why we advocate to meet the needs of our local community. Learn more about our Federal and State Advocacy Priorities by reading the priorities below or by visiting the Advocacy & Partnerships page on the main website and downloading the documents.
Our Places
Strengthening the connection between people and the public places they share.
Aquatics
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Advocating for new Aquatic facilities in Cowes and Wonthaggi
Freight
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Advocating for improvements to freight movement
Improved Mobility and Access
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Advocating for improved access around the shire
San Remo Intersection Works
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Advocating for San Remo intersection works
Sealing Urban Roads
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Advocating for increased Roads to Recovery funding.
Tracks and Trails
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Advocating for and preparing for a series of future tracks and trails across Bass Coast.
Transforming Townships
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Advocating for investment in our townships.
Protecting our Natural Environment
Building resilience and protecting and enhancing our natural assets.
Growing our Economy
Progressing opportunities for visitation economy and business growth in harmony with our natural environment and sustainable value.
Bass Coast Dinosaurs Trail
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Advocating for a new world class visitor experience in Bass Coast
Creative Programming Support
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Advocating for funding for professional touring product including theatre, live performance and visual arts.
Digital Connectivity
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Advocating for improved connectivity to support business and the community.
Economy & Tourism Support
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Advocating for increased investment to drive the recovery of our economy.
Explore Bass Coast
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This priority explores local projects that specialise on tourism across our shire.
Housing
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Advocating for further housing opportunity in the Bass Coast Shire.
Public Transport
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Advocating for a review of Bass Coast public transport service levels, infrastructure and connectivity.
Public Transport: On Demand - Cowes & Phillip Island
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Council seeks $6.25 million for an innovative, all-electric new public transport program.
Healthy Community
An inclusive community that embraces its lifestyle and supports health and wellbeing
Contact Us
Have questions or want to learn more about an advocacy priority, contact us below:
| Name | Dylan Styles - Advocacy and Partnerships Advisor |
|---|---|
| Phone | 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or (03) 5671 2211 |
| dylan.styles@basscoast.vic.gov.au |
