Strategic Plan

Tasmania’s Local Government Act requires all councils to have a ten-year Strategic Plan. 

Think of the Strategic Plan as the Council’s roadmap for the future. The development of the Strategic Plan has been led by City of Launceston’s Councillors. It captures the community’s vision and sets out clear priorities to help us get there. By planning ahead, we can focus on what matters most. 

Every Strategic Plan reflects changes in our community and the challenges and opportunities we face. This plan is different in another key way: 

In the past, our Strategic Plan included goals related to the Council’s day-to-day operations, like delivering essential services. Around 80% of what the Council does falls into this category. This time, we are taking a different approach. A separate planning process will guide how we improve our services and organisation, allowing the Strategic Plan to focus on actions that will shape Launceston’s future and enhance our quality of life. 

It’s important to note that even though most Council services won’t be listed in the Strategic Plan, they remain a core part of what we do and will continue to be delivered. 

The Strategic Plan will guide Council’s more detailed yearly and multi-year planning. It helps us focus resources where they will have the biggest impact and track progress toward our goals. 

Under the Local Government Act, we must formally review the Strategic Plan every four years. This ensures we can adjust to changing circumstances and refine our approach as needed.