Love Where You Live
A Shared Vision for Renmark Paringa
We strive to protect and enhance our region as it is a unique place, underpinned by a rich heritage and enviable river lifestyle. We are proud to share
and nurture this natural beauty, welcome visitors and drive growth and investment to sustain our vibrant community long into the future.
We lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives, with a commitment to support and respect each other and our environment. Together, we’re building a brighter future.
The quotes that appear throughout the document are community responses to the question "What do you love about living in or visiting the Renmark Parina area?"
Council's Role
A good Community Plan should reflect the collective aspirations of the community and provide a clear pathway to addressing the issues and opportunities that are most important.
It is also important that the Community Plan is set in the context of local government’s role and the outcomes that are within Council’s scope of control or influence, and within Council’s financial resources that it can reasonably forecast to access in the future.
Council is committed to delivering action against this community vision, organised by four community aspirations, supporting goals and areas of focus.
It has also identified the type of role that it expects to play when placing effort against the identified initiative.
In addition to the initiatives identified within this Community Plan, Council delivers a broad range of services each year in accordance with its Annual Business Plan.
For a list of Council services visit: renmarkparinga.sa.gov.au/services
For more information about Council’s roles visit: renmarkparinga.sa.gov.au/council/ about-us/role-local-government
Description
Explanation
Service Provider Direct provision of services to the community
Policy Maker
Creating and implementing plans, ideas and solutions on local issues
Administrator Managing Council’s financial and legal affairs
Owner / Custodian
Partner
Agent
Advocate
Regulator
Managing community land and assets entrusted to Council
Working with the community and others to deliver projects, programs and outcomes
Providing services on behalf of a third party under agreement
Speaking on behalf of the community to achieve influence
Operating under legislation to keep the Council area safe, clean and orderly
Renmark Paringa Council’s Long Term Strategic Directions, Community Plan 2024-34 along with the Infrastructure and Asset Management Plan and Long Term Financial Plan together form the Strategic Management Plans that are required under Section 122 of the Local Government Act 1999.
Strategic Framework
Our Community Plan 2024-2034 sits across the Council’s strategic framework.
It informs and is supported by the Long Term Financial Plan and Infrastructure and Asset Management Plans (collectively called resourcing plans) and other strategic
plans, which collectively inform the how of delivery through the Annual Business Plan.
Council reports progress against its Community Plan through its Annual Report and to reflect the efforts resourced through its Annual Business Plan.
Consultation Journey
Consultation Journey
To develop the 2024-34 Community Plan, we gathered information in the following ways...
To develop the 2024-34 Community Plan, we gathered information in the following ways
3 Community consultation
August 2024
Feedback from Community Satisfaction Survey, Love Where You Live Survey and Growth Strategy Survey considered State of Renmark report
1
Staff and Elected Members workshop priorities, opportunities and goals
A review of the challenges and opportunities facing the region, and Renmark Paringa area Staff and Elected Member workshops
2
October 2024
Feedback considered prior to plan being endorsed by Council
6 We are here
5 Draft Consultation
The community is asked for input on the Draft Community Plan Plan Endorsed November 2024
4 Draft Community Plan Information collated into the Draft Community Plan
What You Said
The best thing about living in or visiting the Renmark Paringa area is...
riverfront gardens events welcoming community spirit safety family friendly peaceful beautiful environment consultationtown centre investment business and event support affordable housing maintain infrastructure sport and rec spaces
Council needs to focus on these aspects to plan for 2034...
Healthy | Active | Safe | Inclusive
Our goal is to support a community that is:
l Resilient and enjoys positive health outcomes
l Active and participates in sport and recreational activities
l Connected, inclusive and supports lifelong learning
Areas of Focus
Community Health L1
L1.1 Advocate to state and federal government for investment in regional health services to address poor health outcomes as reported by Preventative Health SA.
L1.2 Explore all options to improve mental health outcomes for the Riverland region.
L1.3 Deliver and support community activities and events that improve community health for all.
Council's role: Advocate / Partner / Service Provider
Volunteering L2
L2.1 Encourage participation in leadership and volunteering opportunities across our community.
Council's role: Partner / Information Provider
Accessibility L3
L3.1 Deliver improved pedestrian and disability accessibility through contemporary maintenance and renewal practices.
Council's role: Service Provider
Recreation L4
L4.1
Deliver a review of sporting facilities, working collaboratively to create a longterm plan for redevelopment of key facilities.
L4.2 Deliver a review of open spaces to create a long-term plan for redevelopment to provide recreation opportunities for all ages.
Council's role: Partner / Service Provider
A safe and welcoming place to live and enjoy a healthy and
Community Safety L5
L5.1 Deliver the next phases of Council’s public lighting audit and energy efficient lighting upgrades.
L5.2 Deliver Council’s Animal Management Plan and continue to promote improved animal management.
Council's role: Partner / Service Provider
Lifelong Learning and Connection L6
L6.1 Investigate opportunities to enhance library facilities to meet current and emerging community needs.
L6.2 Deliver targeted programs and initiatives that engage and inspire people of all ages and abilities, building individual and community capacity and connections.
L6.3 Advocate for expansion of the tertiary education offering within the region and partner with educational institutions to ensure we attract and retain youth.
L6.4 Enhance connections across all ages and diverse cultures and identities to help address loneliness and to support improved mental health outcomes.
Council's role: Advocate / Service Provider
History, Culture and Arts L7
L7.1 Explore opportunities for enhanced community access to cultural enrichment through the arts.
L7.2 Explore opportunities to elevate the respect and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders.
L7.3 Explore opportunities to elevate the awareness and promote the region’s pioneering and irrigation history.
Council's role: Partner / Information Provider
Prosperous
Innovative | Diversified | Skilled
Our goal is to create a community that is and has:
l Resilient, diverse and sustainable industries
l Access to technology, housing and a lively town centre
l A vibrant tourism experience and offering
Areas of Focus
Growth P1
P1.1 Deliver growth strategy outcomes to unlock potential through investment in infrastructure and supporting land use policy.
P1.2 Explore initiatives that can help to attract and retain young workers in the region.
Council's role: Advocate / Service Provider
Industry P2
P2.1 Partner with state and federal government and advocate for the needs of our primary producers, supporting resilience, diversification and sustainable outcomes.
P2.2 Remove barriers and actively seek to attract new industries to the region that can complement primary production.
Council's role: Partner / Advocate
Digital Connectivity P3
P3.1 Advocate for enhanced regional digital connectivity including access to mobile black spot funding to address gaps in mobile coverage.
Council's role: Advocate
Housing P4
P4.1 Partner with state government to explore opportunities to address the housing crisis.
P4.2 Support and help to facilitate the development of diverse and affordable housing.
Council's role: Partner / Service Provider
Infrastructure P5
P5.1 Ensure key transport routes enable movement between new growth areas and the township.
P5.2 Advocate for enhanced transport connections between the Riverland and other areas (including freight movement).
P5.3 Advocate for infrastructure investment that will unlock capacity for new development (e.g. water and sewer).
Council's role: Partner / Service Provider
Town Centre P6
P6.1 Deliver future phases of the Urban Design Framework to support the activation of the township.
P6.2 Partner to progress recommendations from the Retail Report Card and work with local business owners to achieve improved retail outcomes.
A place that attracts , retains and supports talented people, underpinned by diverse regional industry, tourism and access to infrastructure and housing
P6.3 Improve tourism information and wayfinding to support the visitor experience.
Service Provider/ Partner / Facilitator
Tourism and Events P7
P7.1 Partner to achieve relevant regional tourism priorities.
P7.2 Support and encourage new tourism experiences and product development to attract new and returning visitors.
P7.3 Facilitate and support a high quality and diverse program of events that connect and engage our community and visitors.
P7.4 Investigate opportunities to enhance tourism services and facilities that meet current and emerging needs.
Council's role: Partner / Information Provider
Environment
Resilient | Adaptable | Valuing Nature
Our goal is to create a community that has:
l Community assets and industries resilient to the effects of extreme weather and threats to biosecurity
l Sustainable management of natural resources (including water, waste and energy)
l A green, healthy and thriving natural environment
Areas of Focus
Asset Management E1
E1.1 Deliver maintenance and renewal of assets with consideration of changing weather patterns and the impacts of heat and flooding.
E1.2 Apply quality asset management principles to ensure optimal whole of life costs for Council assets.
E.1.3 Prioritise the renewal of Council assets over the development of new assets, where appropriate.
Council's role: Service Provider
Regional Biosecurity E2
E2.1 Support the biosecurity of the Riverland in partnership with relevant agencies and authorities.
Council's role: Partner
Murray River E3
E3.1 Advocate to the state and federal government for improved Murray River outcomes.
E3.2 Explore opportunities to advocate for outcomes that capitalise on the improved health of the river and environmental conditions.
E3.3 Partner to deliver riverbank stabilisation and flood mitigation.
E3.4 Support and promote the environmental initiatives of other authorities that achieve improvement to the local environment.
Council's role: Advocate
Natural Resources E4
E4.1 Deliver exemplary water management practices, demonstrating leadership and efficiently maximising the use of this important resource.
E4.2 Explore opportunities to deliver more efficient use of energy in Council operations.
Council's role: Owner / Custodian
Resource Recovery E5
E5.1 Deliver waste diversion and circular economy outcomes through the Regional Waste Strategy.
E5.2 Partner with Murraylands Riverland Local Government Association (and participant Councils) to support community education outcomes.
Service Provider/ Partner / Advocate
Aspiration
A place that is resilient to the effects of extreme weather, protects its river and flood plains, is green and limits its impact on the natural environment
Greening E6
E6.1 Deliver the Greening Renmark Paringa Plan, which includes tree planting schedules and priorities.
Council's role: Service Provider
Leadership
Efficient | Skilled | Accountable
Our goal is to ensure Renmark Paringa Council:
l Is accountable, reliable and transparent
l Effectively communicates and engages its community to inform decision-making
l Delivers efficient, effective and sustainable operations
Areas of Focus
Project and Service Delivery LE1
LE1.1 Deliver projects and services as required by legislation and to fulfil grant requirements.
LE1.2 Proactively seek external funding to extend, accelerate and complement Council’s investment in projects and services.
Council's role: Service Provider
Effective Governance LE2
LE2.1 Maintain effective processes and systems to support informed, robust decision-making, demonstrating integrity and legislative compliance.
LE2.2 Manage risks to enable the delivery of Community Plan areas of focus.
Council's role: Service Provider / Regulator
Communications LE3
LE3.1 Deliver a Communications and Community Engagement Framework that can improve consistency and effective messaging.
Council's role: Service Provider
Community Engagement LE4
LE4.1 Deliver improved community engagement in line with industry standards.
Council's role: Service Provider / Regulator
A Council that is a trusted partner that delivers what it promises in an efficient and effective way
Advocacy LE5
LE5.1 Deliver a new Advocacy Plan that can support the areas of focus and initiatives of the Community Plan, securing support from partners and grant funding.
Council's role: Service Provider
Partnerships LE6
LE6.1 Deliver Community Plan outcomes by establishing partnerships with government, service providers, communities and businesses to maximise community value.
Council's role: Partner
Business Systems LE7
LE7.1 Deliver improved business systems which drive operational efficiencies.
LE7.2 Deliver improved cyber security outcomes for Council operations.
Council's role: Service Provider
Contact Details
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