Have Your Say: Shape Future Federation 2025-2026!
Your community, Your future – Let's plan it together this May!
We're at a pivotal point in shaping the future of Federation Council, and your voice is essential! This is Future Federation 2025-2026 is your opportunity to get involved in crucial conversations about the services, projects, and financial direction of your Council.
This May, we're inviting you to have your say on:
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Draft ‘This is Future Federation’ Delivery Program / Operational Plan and Budget 2025-2026: This is our action plan for the next year, detailing the projects, programs, and activities we'll deliver – from maintaining our roads and managing waste to supporting our libraries and community events. See how we plan to bring our community's long-term goals to life!
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Draft Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP) 2025-2035: We're looking ahead to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of our Council. This plan outlines how we'll responsibly manage our finances to continue delivering the services and projects our growing community needs.
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Draft Revenue Policy 2025-2026: Understand how Council generates the income necessary to fund these vital services and projects. This policy details our approach to rates, fees, charges, and other revenue sources.
Your input is vital in ensuring that the decisions we make reflect the priorities of our community.
View our draft plans
Engagement Timeline
Timing |
Subject |
April |
Strategic documents presented to Council for public exhibition (Tuesday, April 29th) |
April - May |
Have Your Say! Public comment open from Wednesday, April 30th to 5pm on Tuesday, May 29th, 2025 |
June 17th |
Council to consider all community feedback |
June 30th |
Council to consider IP&R plans for adoption (implementation from July 1st, 2025) |
July |
Adoption of Rating Structure and Revenue Policy |
Why Your Voice Matters This May
Federation Council is committed to working with you. Your feedback on these key documents will directly influence the services and projects we deliver and how we manage our finances for a sustainable future.
Have Your Say This May – Your Future Starts Now!
Get Involved - Here's How:
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Review online & submit feedback: Review the draft plans and complete the online submission form from Wednesday, April 30th here
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Email us: Share your thoughts directly via email to: council@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
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Visit our offices: Pick up a feedback form from Wednesday, April 30th at any of our Council offices in Corowa, Howlong, Mulwala, and Urana.
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Mail your feedback: Send written submissions to: PO Box 77, Corowa, NSW, 2646. Submissions close at 5pm on May 29th.
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Book a one-on-one meeting: Discuss the plans with our Senior Executive team. Call (02) 6033 8999 to arrange a meeting between April 30th and May 29th.
Drop-In information sessions
Chat with Council Staff and Councillors to learn more!
Town |
Date & Time |
Venue |
Corowa |
Monday, May 12th (11am - 1pm & 5pm - 7pm) |
Civic Centre |
Howlong |
Wednesday, May 14th (11am - 1pm & 5pm - 7pm) |
Howlong Library |
Mulwala |
Monday, May 19th (11am - 1pm & 5pm - 7pm) |
Mulwala Library |
Urana |
Wednesday, May 21st (11am - 1pm & 5pm - 7pm) |
Urana Council Chamber |
Community & Councillor Conversations
Share your thoughts directly with your Councillors!
Town |
Date & Time |
Venue |
Corowa |
Monday, May 26th (9am - 11am) |
Corowa Bakery |
Howlong |
Monday, May 26th (1pm - 3pm) |
Howlong Bakery |
Mulwala |
Wednesday, May 28th (9am - 11am) |
Mulwala Bakery |
Urana |
Wednesday, May 28th (1pm - 3pm) |
Urana Take Away Store |