Message from The General Manager, Tommaso Briscese

Burwood Council’s Operational Plan for 2023-24 outlines our strategic priorities and key initiatives for the upcoming year, reflecting our commitment to delivering high quality services and achieving positive outcomes for our community.

We have remained dedicated to providing a wide range of services and programs that meet the diverse needs of our residents, businesses and visitors. Our Operational Plan reflects this commitment by outlining a comprehensive framework for the delivery of essential services, harnessing our strengths, and cementing Burwood’s position as a key destination to live, work, study and visit in Sydney.

We are focused on driving sustainable economic growth and supporting local businesses, particularly as we look ahead to exciting developments and transformational projects on the horizon. This plan reflects our goals for the future and our dedication to making Burwood an exciting place to be, both during the day and night, as we solidify our reputation as a place to visit for food, shopping and creative cultural experiences.

Collaborations and partnerships with the community, stakeholder groups, and all levels of government have been integral to our success, and we will continue to prioritise these relationships to ensure our community’s ongoing growth and prosperity.

Council continues to lead the way in quality leadership and meaningful community engagement, as exemplified by our recently endorsed Community Engagement Strategy.

I extend my thanks to the dedicated staff of Burwood Council for their hard work and commitment to our community, which match the aspirations and vision of our political leadership. I would also like to acknowledge the ongoing support of our community and local businesses, and look forward to working together to achieve our shared goals.

I hope you find this Operational Plan informative and useful, and I look forward to the year ahead with confidence and optimism.