Minutes in a Second

Golden Plains Shire, 25 August 2026

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Decisions

  1. Council adopts Tree Protection and Management Policy

    Updated policy includes revised AS4970 references, tree protection requirements, pruning clearance and inspection changes.

  2. Council forwards Planning Scheme Review to the Minister

    Council adopts the Planning Scheme Review and sends it to the Minister for Planning as evidence it met Section 12B obligations.

  3. Council notes Customer Experience Annual Report 2025-2026

    The report covers customer demand, service performance, feedback and continuous improvement for 2025-26.

  4. Council notes Quarter 4 progress on Council Plan 2025-2029

    Progress for 1 April to 30 June 2026 is noted for major initiatives under the Council Plan 2025-2029.

  5. Council receives petition for road maintenance in Haddon

    Council receives the petition submitted 27 July 2026 and refers it to the Chief Executive Officer for consideration and response.

Other notable items

  • Petition received for road maintenance in the township of Haddon, referred to the CEO for response.
  • Councillors noted delegates’ reports and informal meetings from the past month.
  • Mayor declared a general conflict of interest regarding Daruma Way Batesford land sale.

Tech & Innovation Notes

  • Updated Tree Protection and Management Policy includes technical updates to planting, inspection, and tree damage provisions.
  • Planning Scheme Review prepared by consultants Plan2Place using planning data, permit information, and VCAT/panel decisions.
  • Customer Experience Annual Report 2025–2026 covers service performance, customer feedback, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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