The community association serves several purposes, primarily centred around fostering a sense of community, managing shared amenities, and addressing common concerns among residents.
- To support other organisations in the community to develop and implement the initiatives identified in the Community Plan.
- When required, form partnerships with other organisations to achieve community goals.
- To promote the Community Plan within the Nangiloc Colignan and District.
- To provide a report to the community to inform them of continuing actions and projects.
- Address issues of current and future concerns.
- Strive to provide opportunities for all residents to be involved in the delivery of actions within the Nangiloc Colignan and District Community Plan.
- Nangiloc Colignan and District Community Association will work with Mildura Rural City Council by acting as an Advisory and Liaison body between Council and the local community, individuals, clubs and organisations.
- Nangiloc Colignan and District Community Association work with Council to provide valuable insight into the needs, circumstances and future direction of their community.
President Yvonne 'Bonnie' Cox (The Mudhut)
Vice President Christine Wilton (Social Connectivity)
vice_president@nangiloc.vic.au
Secretary Kristi Goldup (Newsletter)
Treasurer Shae-Maree Saunders (School Council)
Committee Members
Kayla Wilton (Social Media)
Diego Deiana (Bowling Club)
Ben Crum (Primary School)
Cameron Cox (Football Club)
Sheena Allomes (Netball Club)
Kelvin Cox (Nangiloc Hall)
Julie Briggs
Ailsa Ashley
community association
At the centre of Community Planning is the opportunity to build partnerships between local groups and residents for each initiative that increase community participation and continuously improve community opportunity and services by:
- Actively encourage local ownership of the Community Plan actions, priorities and activities.
- Be inclusive and encourage broad community participation in the function of the committee and community planning processes.
- Actively participate in and support the Community Plan review process.
- Support wherever relevant and within the capacity of the committee to do so, local community groups, individuals, clubs and organisations, to achieve the actions and activities in the community plan.
- Review existing facilities, services and operations and identify changes in circumstance within their local area and advise Council of any issues.
- Be proactive in inviting relevant Council staff and Councillors to committee meetings when appropriate.
- Liaise with Council and community, supporting and maintaining clear communication channels.
- Have adequate and appropriate public liability insurance for its operations, events and activities.
- Maintain a recognised Governance structure as per the Incorporation requirements.
mildura rural city council
It is the responsibility of Council to support the Community Association and resident input through their local Community Plan in order to better shape the individual needs of each community. The benefits for the Council of a community preparing and supporting their local Community Plan are:
- To develop a better understanding of the needs of communities.
- To identify more appropriate strategies in response to the needs of communities.
- To identify services, facilities and activities needed in each community.
- To identify those services in which Council has a role.
- To advocate on behalf of the community to other government agencies for appropriate funding for initiatives needed and identified by communities.
- To closely assist with and monitor community needs and its changes.
- To be able to provide improved facilities, services and initiatives that better reflect the community, and are more sensitive to the various stakeholders.
- To contribute to the quality-of-life issues that benefits each community.
Community planning in Nangiloc Colignan & District involves community members uniting to shape the future, creating a stronger sense of ownership over plans that impact the area, and empowering locals to actively influence the trajectory of their town. The effectiveness of these plans hinges on the dedication and involvement of the community.
Building upon the foundation laid by the Nangiloc Colignan & District Community Plan of 2008, the process of revising the plan began in 2022 to align with the evolving values, aspirations, and priorities of our community for the next five years. Residents engaged in identifying the strengths of their community and expressing their appreciation for living in the region, to ensure the draft Nangiloc Colignan & District Community Plan for 2024-2029 outlines a vision for the next five years, rooted in community aspirations and identified priorities.
The Nangiloc Colignan & District Community Association will spearhead the review and renewal of the plan, supported by consultations facilitated by the Mildura Rural City Council.
