Council covers a huge area with a limited rates base, so every dollar counts.
On Council, we will:
- Be transparent about Council’s budget and how your rates are being used
- Ensure that community money is spent on the things the community values: roads, parks, the environment, thriving public spaces and facilities, and support for those in need.
- Stop wasting money on those things the community has said are a low priority.
- Hold public meetings each year to determine our budget priorities as part of our commitment to participatory democracy.
- Increase local procurement and local employment and training so your rates stay within the local economy
OUR PLANS AND PRIORITIES
Jennie Fenton holding Council to account – right to the last minute
The last Council meeting of this Council is tomorrow, Wednesday 14/8. Both Greens Councillors, Jennie Fenton and Dominic King, are holding the Council to account for the lack of action over the term of this Council. Dominic has tabled a Motion about the Court House in...
Shifting from native forest logging to sustainable plantations will help protect these essential forests while still meeting wood demands.
We can meet our timber needs in other ways. It’s simple. The Greens have the policies, the will and the commitment.
Dominic King at Tuckers Nob
Councillor Dominic King describes the impact that Forest Corp’s logging in Tuckers Nob has on biodiversity, and the Shire’s water supply. Bellingen Shire requires a strong Mayor to ensure that the amount of logging currently underway doesn’t continue.
Climate Change & the Environment
On Albury Council The Greens will take action climate change and protect the environment by: Cooling and beautifying our streets with a minimum tree canopy cover of 45% Upgrading Council’s vehicle fleet and tools to modern, quiet, electric-powered models Ensuring our...
Cost of Living Crisis
On Albury Council The Greens will tackle the cost of living crisis by: Increasing support for and expansion of council-run early childhood education Making pool entry free during school holidays Making pet desexing free for concession cardholders Extending opening...
Sustainable Farming
The Bellingen District Greens hosted a workshop in Dorrigo on Sustainable Farming at the beginning of August. As a group, we are keen to see our farmers able to adapt as our climate changes.
Housing Affordability
On Albury Council The Greens will take action on housing affordability by: Supporting increased housing density in the CBD of Albury and close to public transport hubs Directly investing in the supply of affordable rental housing through: Identifying suitable parcels...
A sustainable forestry sector
Dominic King explains why we need plantations into the future, rather then the removal of native forests.
We need to work to protect what we value
Jennie Fenton, Greens candidate, reminds us that we all have a role to play in looking after those things we cherish about the Bellingen Shire.
Sustainable Farming workshop. August 3. Dorrigo
The Bellingen District Greens are pleased to be facilitating a workshop on sustainable farming. The workshop, this Saturday August 3, will be held at the Never Never Mind Cafe, 16 Cudgery Street, Dorrigo at 1:30 pm. Sue Higginson MLC, and Dr Jacky Williams will be...