Our region is one where people of all cultures, backgrounds, genders, sexualities and abilities are welcomed, celebrated and protected. We are proud of the vibrancy this diversity brings to every aspect of our lives.
Our townships are places of nature, warmth and a sense of community. Our streets and public squares are filled with movement, colour and inclusion.
Our parks and open spaces provide a place for reflection and respite. We can connect with nature everywhere we turn to celebrate the unique natural history we have living in our own backyard.
When we meet, we look out at one of our favourite places in the shire – the beautiful Grampians (Gariwerd) – and acknowledge and celebrate our Traditional Custodians of the land, part of the longest surviving culture in the world. Our region is an Aboriginal homeland where we walk alongside Traditional Custodians on a shared path towards treaty, justice and reconciliation with First Peoples.
Introducing our Community Vision 2041
In 2021, council developed a community vision for the next 20 years, a guiding material which clearly outlines the aspirations for our municipality and will inform the strategic planning and decision-making processes for the future of Northern Grampians Shire.
Our vision is simple - to love where we live. You can read more about each of the eight key vision objectives below.