Advocacy
Advocacy at the City of Port Phillip
Why We Advocate
We are so lucky to live in this incredible community. From St Kilda to Elwood, Balaclava to Fishermans Bend, there is so much on offer in our municipality, for residents, traders and visitors alike. Yet there remains much we can do to continue to grow, develop and improve our area.
City of Port Phillip actively advocates to both the Victorian and Australian Governments for projects, funding, services and infrastructure that will enhance the wellbeing of our residents and businesses. Often, this includes items that may be beyond the scope of what local government can deliver.
Advocacy Involves
- Council representatives writing to, and meeting with, government ministers and Members of Parliament
- Collaborating with other councils and peak bodies such as an association of industries or groups with shared interests
- Public campaigns which involve media, community, groups and residents
- Submissions to Victorian and Australian Government consultations and Parliamentary inquiries
- Budget submissions to the Victorian and Australian Governments
What we Advocate For
Our advocacy priorities represent a clear and comprehensive opportunity for collaboration between our City of Port Phillip and governments and the private sector on a range of different issues and projects.
Our priorities have been defined through a rigorous process for the purpose of directing and resourcing strategic advocacy work and broader campaign development, particularly leading up to Federal and State Elections.
Our City is inclusive, liveable, sustainable, vibrant and well governed, and this list of priorities does everything to ensure this remains true for the long term.
Council's current advocacy priorities
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