Draft- Stronger Communities Strategy 2024 – 2027

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Consultation has concluded

18th March 2024.

Redland City Council has adopted and published the Stronger Community Strategy for 2024-2027 based on feedback from the Redlands Coast community. The strategy is now available under the key documents section on this page and on the council's website.

The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy 2024 – 2027 sets out a strategic framework for planning and delivering approaches and initiatives to ensure that we continue to strengthen the social fabric of our city and safeguard Redlands Coast as a city with a naturally wonderful lifestyle, connected communities, and a city ready to embrace opportunities.

Strategic themes, which align with community aspirations identified through community consultation and engagement, support the 2027 vision. These themes are important for defining how Council, service partners, and the community will work together to build stronger communities over the next four years. Strategic themes include people, place, partnerships, and participation.

Development and implementation of the Stronger Communities Strategy is incorporated into Council’s A Corporate Plan to 2026 and Beyond, as a key initiative of Corporate Goal 2: Strong Communities. Implementation of this strategy will help ensure Redland City has services and social infrastructure to support the health and well-being of people of all ages and abilities.

Council is committed to delivering a Stronger Communities Strategy that addresses the four principles of sustainability, known as the ‘quadruple bottom line’: Social | Economic | Governance | Environment. The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy 2024- 2027 will be implemented through the annual service and asset management planning process, the annual operational plan and the annual budget.

Council provides a wide variety of services to support the management and governance of our community. Its role in providing these services will be varied and influenced by needs, demand, costs, legislation, and community expectations. Other stakeholders, including state and federal government agencies, business partners, and community groups, also have a responsibility to contribute to achieving successful outcomes.

Strategic themes

The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy establishes four strategic themes that directly support the Stronger Communities vision.

People

People of all ages, abilities, cultures and socio-economic status are welcomed. Our strong and vibrant community spirit is nurtured by welcoming communities that respect culture and heritage, support each other in times of need, and care for residents of all ages, cultures and abilities.

Places

The unique character and liveability of Redlands Coast are preserved and improved through placemaking, planning, and management of community assets. Our neighbourhoods are vibrant and liveable and reflect local character.

Partnerships

Working together, we forge strong and enduring partnerships and relationships to achieve great outcomes for Redlands Coast. A strong sense of collective purpose drives individuals, groups, and agencies to collaborate and share knowledge and resources.

Participation

Redlands Coast residents actively participate in a range of meaningful social and civic activities to enhance wellbeing, build trust and influence local policy and priorities. Participation in communities is essential to strengthening our local values and lifestyle that are highly regarded by residents and visitors.

Community is something that emerges as a felt experience or a social phenomenon, when people create it together; when they are in a relationship with one another, drawn together by shared concern and make commitments to act together [40 Critical Thinkers in Community Development]

Council has conducted a series of engagement activities with key community groups and key service stakeholders designed to explore community sentiment around the present and potential future state of our communities. Council thanks all those who made time to participate. The insights gained from these engagement activities were used in the development of the draft strategy outlined on these pages.

In addition, Council has separately acknowledged the strong community feedback for support measures for our Redlands Coast young people. Approximately 24,500 young people live on Redlands Coast, representing 15.5% of the Redland City population. Our young people are the future both locally and globally, in a world that is changing rapidly.

When a young person seeks support and guidance on their journey, it is vital that our community is prepared and equipped to provide it. For these important reasons, Council has also worked with key community groups and stakeholders over the past months to develop a separate but linked draft Young People's Action Plan. This action plan sets out how the Council will deliver, partner, educate, advocate and facilitate with our partners, community and beyond, to build on the strong foundations already established to see our young people succeed.

All residents, businesses and those who work in the city are now encouraged to explore both the Draft Stronger Communities Strategy and Draft Young People's Action Plan and provide your valued feedback during the consultation period from 15 November to 5 December 2023.


18th March 2024.

Redland City Council has adopted and published the Stronger Community Strategy for 2024-2027 based on feedback from the Redlands Coast community. The strategy is now available under the key documents section on this page and on the council's website.

The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy 2024 – 2027 sets out a strategic framework for planning and delivering approaches and initiatives to ensure that we continue to strengthen the social fabric of our city and safeguard Redlands Coast as a city with a naturally wonderful lifestyle, connected communities, and a city ready to embrace opportunities.

Strategic themes, which align with community aspirations identified through community consultation and engagement, support the 2027 vision. These themes are important for defining how Council, service partners, and the community will work together to build stronger communities over the next four years. Strategic themes include people, place, partnerships, and participation.

Development and implementation of the Stronger Communities Strategy is incorporated into Council’s A Corporate Plan to 2026 and Beyond, as a key initiative of Corporate Goal 2: Strong Communities. Implementation of this strategy will help ensure Redland City has services and social infrastructure to support the health and well-being of people of all ages and abilities.

Council is committed to delivering a Stronger Communities Strategy that addresses the four principles of sustainability, known as the ‘quadruple bottom line’: Social | Economic | Governance | Environment. The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy 2024- 2027 will be implemented through the annual service and asset management planning process, the annual operational plan and the annual budget.

Council provides a wide variety of services to support the management and governance of our community. Its role in providing these services will be varied and influenced by needs, demand, costs, legislation, and community expectations. Other stakeholders, including state and federal government agencies, business partners, and community groups, also have a responsibility to contribute to achieving successful outcomes.

Strategic themes

The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy establishes four strategic themes that directly support the Stronger Communities vision.

People

People of all ages, abilities, cultures and socio-economic status are welcomed. Our strong and vibrant community spirit is nurtured by welcoming communities that respect culture and heritage, support each other in times of need, and care for residents of all ages, cultures and abilities.

Places

The unique character and liveability of Redlands Coast are preserved and improved through placemaking, planning, and management of community assets. Our neighbourhoods are vibrant and liveable and reflect local character.

Partnerships

Working together, we forge strong and enduring partnerships and relationships to achieve great outcomes for Redlands Coast. A strong sense of collective purpose drives individuals, groups, and agencies to collaborate and share knowledge and resources.

Participation

Redlands Coast residents actively participate in a range of meaningful social and civic activities to enhance wellbeing, build trust and influence local policy and priorities. Participation in communities is essential to strengthening our local values and lifestyle that are highly regarded by residents and visitors.

Community is something that emerges as a felt experience or a social phenomenon, when people create it together; when they are in a relationship with one another, drawn together by shared concern and make commitments to act together [40 Critical Thinkers in Community Development]

Council has conducted a series of engagement activities with key community groups and key service stakeholders designed to explore community sentiment around the present and potential future state of our communities. Council thanks all those who made time to participate. The insights gained from these engagement activities were used in the development of the draft strategy outlined on these pages.

In addition, Council has separately acknowledged the strong community feedback for support measures for our Redlands Coast young people. Approximately 24,500 young people live on Redlands Coast, representing 15.5% of the Redland City population. Our young people are the future both locally and globally, in a world that is changing rapidly.

When a young person seeks support and guidance on their journey, it is vital that our community is prepared and equipped to provide it. For these important reasons, Council has also worked with key community groups and stakeholders over the past months to develop a separate but linked draft Young People's Action Plan. This action plan sets out how the Council will deliver, partner, educate, advocate and facilitate with our partners, community and beyond, to build on the strong foundations already established to see our young people succeed.

All residents, businesses and those who work in the city are now encouraged to explore both the Draft Stronger Communities Strategy and Draft Young People's Action Plan and provide your valued feedback during the consultation period from 15 November to 5 December 2023.


Consultation has concluded

  • Applications open for Community Grants funding from Council

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    19 February 2024

    Applications are now open for round two of Redland City Council’s 2023-24 Community Grants program.

    The program is designed to help local organisations deliver projects and initiatives that benefit the Redlands Coast community.

    Grants are awarded across four categories, with funding up to $5000 available for organisation support, up to $10,000 each for project and conservation support, and up to $50,000 for Capital Infrastructure.

    Funding provided during previous grant rounds has supported a range of local initiatives, including mental health workshops, first-aid training, community events and professional development.

    Thousands of dollars have also been injected into local environmental and wildlife sustainability projects such as koala rescues, possum rehabilitation and bat conservation.

    Council awarded more than $174,000 during round one, including $42,589 for organisation support, $17,930 for project support, $21,979 for conservation support and $92,142 for capital infrastructure.

    Council is inviting eligible not-for-profit groups from across the city to share in the funding by applying for round two of the program before 17 March 2024.

    Further information about Council’s grants programs, including details on how to apply and a list of previous recipients, is available on the Redland City Council grants and sponsorship webpage.

    Other grant programs currently active include the Civic Support Fund, Village Events and Activation Grant, and the Sponsorship program.

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  • Council endorses community-focused strategy

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    Redland City Council has endorsed two community-centric documents designed to enhance the city’s livability and create more grassroots opportunities for residents across Redlands Coast.

    The Stronger Communities Strategy and Young People’s Action Plan 2024-27 are aligned with Council’s corporate plan, which sets the long-term vision and goals for the city.

    Mayor Karen Williams said the Stronger Communities Strategy provided a strategic framework for the planning and delivery of programs and initiatives that would strengthen the social fabric of Redlands Coast.

    “Council’s vision is to ensure our city has resilient and inclusive communities where residents of all ages, abilities and cultures feel safe, connected and supported,” Cr Williams said.

    “This strategy has four key pillars, one of which is about working together to forge strong and enduring partnerships that will help us achieve great outcomes for Redlands Coast.

    “There is also a focus on ensuring residents are able to actively participate in a variety of meaningful social and civic activities, which is a direct response to community feedback.

    “Another key theme is ensuring the unique character and livability of Redlands Coast is preserved and enhanced through placemaking, planning and management of community assets.”

    Cr Williams said the Young People’s Action Plan was an important document that would continue Council’s work supporting the city’s more than 24,000 residents aged 12-24.

    “The vision is to build safe and self-reliant communities that provide our young people with access to social infrastructure and services, housing options and welcoming places,” Cr Williams said.

    “Three thematic goals are incorporated in the Action Plan, including creating, promoting and fostering access, inclusion and participation opportunities.

    “We have said many times before that we don’t want our young people to be our greatest export, and this action plan is designed to allow more youths to make Redlands Coast their home long-term.”

    Council conducted a community engagement exercise in 2023 to help inform the intent of both documents.

    “Residents and groups representing various cross sections of the community participated in the consultation process,” Cr Williams said.

    “Council has taken steps to incorporate actions to address issues raised during the community engagement period and these have been reflected in the documents adopted today.

    “Both provide a platform from which Council can continue building on the themes identified, in line with the Our Future Redlands corporate plan.”

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  • Council sponsorship supports community events on Redlands Coast

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    3 January 2024

    A mix of new and long-running community-led events will receive a boost from more than $108,500 allocated in round one of Redland City Council’s 2023/24 Sponsorship Program.

    Mayor Karen Williams said the funding would support seven local organisations.

    “Every year Council sponsorship helps organisations and community groups make a difference on Redlands Coast through a diverse range of events, projects and initiatives that benefit our community,” Cr Williams said.

    “In round one of this financial year’s program, we are excited to support Queensland Touch Football, which will be bringing the Junior State Cup to Redlands Coast for the first time in July 2024.

    “Council is proud to be a major event partner for the event, which will see more than 3500 junior touch football players and their families converge on our city for three days of competition.

    “Other sporting events to receive sponsorship are the 2024 Straddie Salute Triathlon and the Queensland Under 14 Boys and Girls Softball Championship.

    “Council is also sponsoring a number of community events including the YMCA Food Fiesta and the STAR Community Services annual community celebration.

    “These events not only enrich our community but also provide economic benefits, attracting visitors from far and wide and showcasing our naturally-wonderful Redlands Coast.”

    Three of the seven successful applicants in round one also qualified for additional funding to support Quandamooka cultural awareness and inclusion activities.

    The next round of sponsorship opens in February 2024.

    For more information visit Council’s Grants and Sponsorship webpage.

  • Have your say on strengthening your community.

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    16 November 2023

    Redlands Coast residents are invited to share their ideas on how their communities could be made even stronger.

    Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said Council has opened public consultation on two important draft strategic plans aimed at safeguarding Redlands Coast’s much-envied lifestyle.

    “The Redlands Coast Stronger Communities Strategy 2024-2027 sets out a framework for planning and delivery of approaches and initiatives to ensure that we continue to strengthen the social fabric of our city,” Cr Williams said.

    “Also open for comment is the Redlands Coast Young People’s Action Plan 2024-2027, that is focussed on building safe, strong and connected communities that cater for the needs of our young people.

    “There are approximately 24,500 people aged between 12 and 24 living on Redlands Coast, representing 15.5 percent of our city’s population.

    “Young people need good access to social infrastructure and services, housing options, welcoming open spaces and a range of suitable sport, recreational, cultural, educational and employment opportunities.”

    Cr Williams said the Stronger Communities Strategy 2024-2027 aimed to safeguard Redlands Coast as a city with a naturally wonderful lifestyle, connected communities and a city that is ready to embrace opportunities.

    Community consultation on both plans is now open.

    “I encourage all residents, business operators and those who work in our city, to take some time to explore the draft documents for both the Stronger Communities Strategy and the Young People’s Action Plan, and share with us your feedback,” Cr Williams said.

    “Your thoughts and insights will help guide these important documents, which will contribute to shaping our communities and city.”

    The consultation period opened yesterday and continues until 5 December 2023. To review and comment on the plans, go to yoursay.redland.qld.gov.au or follow these links:

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