We’re at a pivotal point in the Hawkesbury’s future. If we don’t protect our wonderful heritage, environment and lifestyle, they’ll be gone for good. Council has the power to determine what the Hawkesbury looks like in the future, but we need strong leadership that’s focused on community needs and free of developer influence.
On Council, we will:
- Strengthen Council’s planning documents (LEP and DCP) to protect what’s
important to Hawkesbury residents – heritage, farmland, open spaces and the environment - Stand up to developers and the state government to make sure urban sprawl
doesn’t destroy the Hawkesbury - Push for more diverse and affordable housing offerings such as detached dual occupancies, secondary dwellings and tiny houses in flood-free areas
- Prevent further building on the floodplain
- Push for climate-adapted buildings as standard
- Increase affordable housing targets and developer contributions to affordable housing
- Demand infrastructure before development to ensure everyone has a livable
neighbourhood
LGBTIQ+ Inclusion
The Inner West is an amazing place to live: vibrant and full of diversity. We’re lucky to live in a welcoming community where people care for one another and stand up for what matters.
Our plan starts with a vision to make our community a leader in climate action. It includes a plan to stop overdevelopment, care for people and invest in our parks and greenspace.
Housing for All
The Inner West is an amazing place to live: vibrant and full of diversity. We’re lucky to live in a welcoming community where people care for one another and stand up for what matters.
Our plan starts with a vision to make our community a leader in climate action. It includes a plan to stop overdevelopment, care for people and invest in our parks and greenspace.
The Bellingen Greens policies
The Bellingen Greens are the only group that has its policies available for the residents of the Shire to examine ahead of the election.
Better Environment
Our beautiful bushlands, rivers, and wetlands are a big part of what makes the Hawkesbury so special. Protecting these environments is significant for mental and physical health as well as the maintenance of habitat and biodiversity. On Council, we will: Protect our...
Better Consultation and Accountability
Everyone’s voice matters. We’ll engage in active consultation where the community can come together to really have a say about services, how our money is spent, and what the future of the Hawkesbury will be. On Council, we will: Hold regular public meetings across the...
Better Budgeting
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...
Better Towns and Public Spaces
Great public spaces are vital for mental health, community building and economic activity.We’ll make our town and village centres thriving, safe and inviting spaces, and maintain our public spaces so they can be a place for everyone. On Council, we will: Improve...
Better Roads
Our roads have really suffered during repeated natural disasters. We need to focus on getting them back up to standard. On Council, we will: Employ local road crews to keep jobs local, get roads back up to standard and repair them faster following disasters Increase...
Better Cost of Living
We are in a cost-of-living crisis, and Council should be doing everything they can to ensure that everyday people can afford to live a good life. Most cost-of-living controls are in the hands of state and federal governments, but Council can take steps to make...
Better Youth Advocacy
You deserve a council that advocates for the inclusion of all voices. Young people are underrepresented at all levels of government, despite being the future leaders of the Hawkesbury. Young people have continuously highlighted a lack of mental health support,...