Future Wellington

About Future Wellington

In early 2024, Council launched Future Wellington, a major project to engage our community and shape the long-term plans that will guide Wellington Shire through to 2041 and beyond.

After months of conversations, workshops, and collaboration with local residents, community groups and the Future Wellington Think Tank, the first of these five important strategic documents has now been adopted by Council - Community Vision 2041.

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Community Vision 2041

The Community Vision 2041 sets out the long-term aspirations of the people who live, work and play in Wellington. It captures what matters most to our community and outlines six guiding principles to help achieve a more connected, inclusive, sustainable and successful future.

This Vision provides the foundation for all future planning, decision-making and advocacy, guiding how Council and community will work together in the coming years.

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Council Plan 2025-29

The Council Plan 2025-29 details the strategic objectives, strategies, major initiatives and actions to be delivered over the next four years. It aligns with the Community Vision and informs annual budgeting and reporting, guiding decision-making and investment to ensure Council delivers on community expectations.

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Financial Plan

The Financial Plan sets a clear and responsible pathway for how Council will resource its strategic objectives. It forecasts income, expenditure, and funding needs to support strategic goals and service delivery, while balancing affordability with long-term sustainability.

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Asset Plan

The Asset Plan details how Council will manage and renew its infrastructure – from roads and footpaths to parks, buildings and community facilities – to ensure they meet the needs of the community by remaining safe, functional and accessible for the years ahead.

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Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan - Live Well in Wellington

The Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan – Live Well in Wellington is a key strategic roadmap for Council to work in partnership with other health and community organisations. It focuses on improving the health, safety and wellbeing of residents, addressing local challenges and supporting opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to thrive.

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Future Wellington website

The Council Plan sets the strategic actions, priorities, and key projects that Council will deliver over the next four years. It was developed with significant community input through the Future Wellington engagement process and aligns with the long-term goals expressed in the Community Vision 2041.

We’re committed to transparency and keeping our community informed about the progress we’re making towards our shared goals.

To make this easier, we’ve created the Future Wellington website, an innovative, interactive platform where you can:

• Explore all of Council’s key strategic documents in one central location.
• Track progress on the Council Plan 2025–29 and see how we’re working towards the Community Vision 2041.
• Access clear, up-to-date information on priorities, projects, and performance.

Launched in September 2025, Future Wellington sets a new standard for openness and engagement. With intuitive navigation and interactive features, it’s designed to give you a transparent view of how we’re delivering on our commitments.

We’re proud to be the first Council to offer this level of accessibility and innovation.

Click below to explore Future Wellington and see how we’re shaping the future together.