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Review of Deans Marsh Community Plan Underway


A group of local residents has come together to review the Deans Marsh Community Plan

2020–2030, following a public call for volunteers.


The first formal meeting was held on Monday 23 June with Helen Jennings from Wayfarers Consulting facilitating the process. The Surf Coast Shire is funding the review.


The group began by acknowledging the strength and depth of the original community

consultation that shaped the current plan. It was agreed that the core values, vision, and

priorities remain relevant and reflective of the community’s voice, and therefore should not

be altered.


Instead, the review will focus on a few key areas. These include identifying any changes in

demographics, infrastructure, and government policy since the plan was first created—especially in light of the impacts of COVID-19. The team will also document which

actions have already been achieved and revise others where circumstances have shifted.

Improving the design and accessibility of the plan was also a priority. Suggestions included

developing a one-page summary and moving background content into appendices for easier navigation.


The group also discussed the importance of clarifying the governance of the plan, particularly the role of CAN (Community Action Network) and who will formally endorse the reviewed document.


The review group will meet four times across July and August, with a report to be presented

to CAN at the conclusion. Details of the final meeting will be shared so community members

can attend and contribute.


Helen Jennings (Facilitator), Liza Bush, Jamie Comley, Jasmine Cooper Sutton, James

McLennan, James Maund, Virginia Morton, Julie Ryan, Caroline Shelbourne and Toni

Stevens.

 
 
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