Brimbank council has adopted the new ‘We Are Brimbank’ council plan 2025-2029 at its October council meeting, which sets council’s priorities and strategic direction for the municipality.
According to council, health and wellbeing are a core part of the plan with priorities including improving mental wellbeing, addressing food insecurity and healthy eating, improving gender equality, supporting social and economic inclusion, supporting active and healthy living, and addressing the health impacts of climate change.
The document also includes a ‘community vision for 2050’ statement which stated the community “will be healthy and safe, and we will be united through a sense of belonging and pride” by the middle of the century.
“Our city will be inclusive, resilient, innovative and vibrant, and our people will share equally in the city’s prosperity and opportunity. The environment and heritage will be protected and enhanced, and Brimbank’s diverse neighbourhoods and housing will offer something for everyone,” the statement read.
The plan also includes a councillor commitment to serve and work alongside community which council said will build a stronger, more connected Brimbank.
Council said the plan comes at a good time as the state and federal governments commit over $4 billion to upgrades within the municipality in areas such as transport, health, education, and residential development.
Council said the plan sets the direction for sustainable growth with future-focused planning that informs private and public investment and the delivery of infrastructure and services.
Almost 500 community members provided input to form the plan’s key initiatives.
Brimbank mayor Thuy Dang said council is appreciative to everyone who contributed feedback throughout the plan’s development.
“The ‘We Are Brimbank’ plan is council’s roadmap for shaping a brighter future for our community and city, and positions Brimbank to become a vibrant gateway to the west,” Cr Dang said.
“Whether it’s planning for growth, improving services, or strengthening the things that make our community thrive – the ‘We Are Brimbank’ plan is how we’ll move forward, together.
“Council now looks forward to putting the plan into action and to build a stronger and thriving Brimbank now and into the future.”
