Posted: February 9, 2012

Southern Downs Regional Council invites all residents to attend the launch of the new Southern Downs Community Plan 2030 (SD2030) on Tuesday 14 February 2012.

This plan is a 20 year vision that will be the overall guide for the future of the region.

“This Community Plan will be the most important document in this region,” said Mayor Ron Bellingham.

“It is important that people come along and learn how it may impact them and how it will be put into action.”

The launch starts at Leslie Park band rotunda, Warwick, from 5pm with a free BBQ and entertainment by the Aperitif Jazz Ensemble.

Local poet extraordinaire Marco Gliori will host the official ceremonies from 5:30 to 6:00pm, with free musical entertainment and food continuing through to 7:00pm.

Council will have staff on hand to talk to community groups about how to work with the plan to achieve their goals and aspirations.

“Whether you are with a church group, a sporting group, a charity, kindergarten, arts and culture or any other type of community group, this is a great chance to find out how best to work within the new Community Plan,” said Manager Community Services Sheila Stebbings.

“Future state and local government funding is likely to reference and be linked to this plan,” Mrs Stebbings said.

“Aligning your project with SD2030 will offer you better leverage for funding opportunities and help to achieve the important visions that the Southern Downs Community has for our region.”

Click here to download a flyer or community project submission form. 

In the event of wet weather, the launch will be moved to the Senior Citizens Centre hall on Albert Street, Warwick.

For information, contact Council on 07 4661 0300 or 07 4681 5500.

ENDS

Media contact: Janine Crawford, Communications Officer, 07 4661 0305 or janine.crawford@southerndowns.qld.gov.au