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
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...
All of us want the Bellingen Shire to be a great place to live.
The Bellingen Greens are pleased to have an editorial in the first edition of the Mid North Coast Arts Guide. We have all seen the world become more divided along lines of race, religion and other beliefs. We know there are better ways of collaborating with First...
Free Public Transport
Sign the petition to tell Transport Minister Jo Haylen that we demand free public transport while the T3 is shut down!
IT’S NOT RIGHT – THIS LAND BELONGS TO ALL OF OUR COMMUNITY
Is it fair that a private club can develop an elite facility on precious public green space in Fred Caterson Reserve?
Greens announce team for Queanbeyan-Palerang council election
The Greens for Queanbeyan-Palerang today announced their team for the 14 September Local Government elections, led by Greens Councillor Katrina Willis. Protecting nature, housing for all and climate action are key priorities for this election at which we’re working to...
Meet the Team: Tonya
Tonya (Braidwood, Support Candidate) I want a Council that actively supports local businesses, creative arts and child-friendly communities.