FAQs

This website is really like a virtual community meeting which everyone can attend and feel comfortable to have your say. It gives you the chance to access information, read discussions and have your say when and where it suits - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Strategic Community Plan is one of the most important projects for local government, as it will set the direction of all our services during the next decade and beyond.

As part of the Western Australian Government's ongoing local government reform program, all WA Council's are required to prepare and implement an Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework by 30 June 2013. The primary component of this framework is the Strategic Community Plan, which must cover a period of 10 years.

We want to hear from people from every walk of life, every age and background.

If you have not previously participated simply click on the "Register" button at the top right of the page, when prompted create a SCREENNAME (Note: your comments will appear under your screenname and you can comment anonymously through a screenname of your choice) create a PASSWORD of your choice, provide a valid email address, your age and the location in which you live.

If you have previously participated simply click on the "Sign In" function located on the right hand side of the top tool bar.

Yes! Your privacy is protected and Council and our online engagement provider Bang the Table will only use your email to contact you with updates and to invite you to participate in consultations. Your email address will not be distributed to any third party or used for any other purpose. We do not ask for your personal details or require them at any time as part of your participation.

• It is quick, safe and a convenient way to have your say on a range of issues and topics.
• It is a great way to keep up to date and contribute your views on issues affecting your community.
• You can see what other community members think about an issue or topic, respond with your own views and engage in discussion.
• You don't have to attend community meetings at a set place and time, you can contribute at a place and time that suits you.
• It allows for a range of different people, with different views to discuss matters that impact on their community.