Community plans and strategies
Towong Shire Council is committed to sustainable development through collaborative community planning.
We regularly develop and implement strategic plans that reflect the aspirations of our residents, ensuring a vibrant and resilient future for our region. We also develop a range of strategies that apply to our organisation itself.
The following community plans are currently in place in Towong Shire.
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Activating Lake Hume Masterplan
Activating Lake Hume Master Plan will provide the direction for future development on and around Lake Hume.
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Agriculture Strategic Plan
Towong Shire’s Agriculture Strategic Plan was adopted on 8 March 2023, guiding sustainable growth and opportunities for the local farming community.
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Cudgewa Streetscape Masterplan
Cudgewa Streetscape Masterplan guiding town improvements, streetscape works, connectivity, public spaces, heritage, and community priorities.
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Destination Management Plan
We are pleased to release our Economic Development Strategy and Destination Management Plan 2022-2026.
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Domestic Animal Management Plan
Towong Shire Council’s Domestic Animal Management Plan 2025–2029 promotes responsible pet ownership, safety and community wellbeing.
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Economic Development Strategy
We are pleased to release our Economic Development Strategy and Destination Management Plan 2022-2026.
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Granya Recreation Reserve Masterplan
In December 2025 Council collaborated with the Granya community to develop a masterplan for the Granya Recreation Reserve.
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Health and Wellbeing Plan
Our Health and Wellbeing Plan focuses on the goals and actions to support the health and wellbeing of people across the Shire.
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High Country Rail Trail Masterplan
Council developed a Masterplan to help guide future development of the High Country Rail Trail.
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Mitta Valley 'Our Valley Our Future'
This project is all about creating a strong, sustainable and vibrant future for everyone who lives, works and plays in the Mitta Valley.
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Mount Elliot Masterplan
Towong Shire Council has developed a plan for the sustainable use of the Mount Elliot State Forest Reserve as an adventure tourism destination
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Our Bellbridge
This plan provides a blueprint for future development in Bellbridge while ensuring the township enjoys prosperity and sustainable growth.
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Our Town Towards 2030
Our Town Towards 2030 is a co-design project that will deliver a vision and long-term plan for five towns in Towong Shire.
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Recreation Strategy
We have drafted a Recreation Strategy to help guide us on how to best invest our resources in sport and recreation facilities, programs and services.
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Revenue and Rating Plan
Our Revenue and Rating Plan determines the most appropriate and affordable revenue and rating approach for Council.
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Tallangatta Tomorrow
The Tallangatta Tomorrow Masterplan aims to prepare Tallangatta for a vibrant future as a prosperous regional town.
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Tintaldra Streetscape Masterplan
Strategic plan guiding Tintaldra’s streetscape improvements, community priorities, public spaces, connectivity, heritage, and overall town functionality.
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Draft Township Structure Plans
We're developing structure plans for Bellbridge, Corryong, and Tallangatta townships, charting a vision till 2040!
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Towong Streetscape Masterplan
Strategic streetscape plan for Towong, guiding improvements to safety, pedestrian access, heritage, visual appeal, and overall town connectivity.
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Upper Murray 2030 Vision
The Upper Murray 2030 Vision Plan identifies 'game changing' projects that can drive investment, sustainability, prosperity and health in the region.
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Youth Strategy
The Towong Shire Council Youth Strategy 2025 - 2029 provides direction for positive outcomes for young people.
Have your say
Community engagement is central to our planning process. We actively seek input through advisory committees, public meetings, online consultations, and surveys. To participate in shaping the future of Towong Shire, please visit our Have Your Say page.
