Submissions have closed for the Draft Annual Plan and Budget.
At Latrobe Council, we're committed to strengthening transparency, enhancing community engagement, and building trust. That’s why this year we’ve taken steps to prepare the Annual Plan and Budget earlier, so you can have your say before anything is finalised.
We believe it's important that every community member has a clear understanding of how Council decisions are made, how your rates are used, and what’s being planned for the year ahead.
Our goal is to enhance understanding, improve available information, and build trust between the Council and the community.
What’s in the Draft Annual Plan and Budget?
Our draft Annual Plan outlines the key priorities for the coming year, including actions across:
- Governance and organisational development
- Community and economic development
- Infrastructure and asset management
- Planning, regulation, and development
Our draft Budget reflects a responsible financial approach, with a strong focus on the future. It includes a $10.3 million capital works program, supporting essential services and community growth.
How You Can Get Involved
Your feedback is valuable and helps shape the final plan. Here's how you can participate:
- Read the Media Release from Mayor Freshney – Highlights from the plan and budget
- Review the DRAFT Annual Plan – Share your thoughts with us
- Explore the DRAFT Budget – See how we’re planning to invest in our community
Submissions must be received by 5:00pm, Monday 13 May 2025 to be considered. You can:
π Fill out our quick form - submissions closed
π© Email us: council@latrobe.tas.gov.au
π¬ Post your feedback: PO Box 63, LATROBE TAS 7307
Frequently Asked Questions
Any member of the public is welcome to make a submission. You don’t need to be a ratepayer to share your thoughts—if you live, work, or have an interest in our community, we want to hear from you.
The Annual Plan, developed under Section 71 of the Local Government Act 1993 (Tas), is Council’s short-term delivery plan. It maps out what we aim to achieve over the next year and how it aligns with our long-term strategic goals.
Council considers several factors: our strategic goals, available resources, existing commitments, and emerging priorities within the community.
Our Budget is a financial plan for the year ahead. It estimates how much money we expect to receive and what we plan to spend it on—much like a household budget. It helps us stay on track financially while delivering services and projects that benefit the community.
Rates are determined as part of the budget process. Once we understand the total costs for services and initiatives, we calculate how much income needs to come from rates. This is then distributed fairly across all properties in the municipality using detailed modelling and reviewed by Council.
The Annual Plan guides the Budget. Projects and services identified in the Annual Plan form the basis of the Budget. Councillors review the plan and the associated costs before deciding what to include in the final version.
We received community budget submissions earlier in the process—thank you to those who contributed. Some of these proposals have been included in the draft Budget. Final outcomes will be communicated once the Budget is adopted.
Yes. While some costs are fixed, all feedback is considered. Councillors review every submission before adopting the final Budget. Your voice can help shape Council decisions.