Community Engagement #YOURSAYMERREDIN
You can find more information on our community engagement initiatives here. We use the #YourSayMerredin on our social media to indicate when we are accepting public feedback. We have a ‘Community Engagement Framework and Toolkit’ that we use in instances of formal community engagement, or when we want to gather feedback from a large group of people. We also address aspects of our community engagement approach in our Strategic Community Plan that you can read here.
If you would like us to formally engage in community feedback on an issue, or have suggestions on how we can improve our community feedback processes, please call us on 9041 1611.
Community Survey - Council Plan 2025-35
Over the past five (5) years, the Shire of Merredin has achieved amazing milestones including the $10.5 million redevelopment of the CBD including Apex Park | Danjoo Waabininy Boodja and Town Centre, upgraded regional roads, commissioned a desalination plant for irrigation use, and opened a regional E-Waste facility and Tip Shop at the Merredin Landfill, along with several other projects that have transformed the community. Now, we're ready to build on that success and plan for the future by asking the community, what's next?
The Shire of Merredin is currently undergoing the process of developing its first-ever Council Plan, and we are calling on our community to help us shape the future of the Shire across our key themes listed below:
What is a Council Plan?
The Council Plan combines the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan and Corporate Business Plan into a single document, outlining the long-term priorities, goals, and vision that guide Council’s decision-making. This community survey is the first step in the Council Plan development process. We are therefore seeking feedback from as many people as possible to help us determine our strategic direction for the next ten years, including key service areas and projects for the future.
Are there other ways to get involved?
Absolutely! The Shire will be hosting a series of workshops and attending local events, giving you plenty of opportunities to get involved.
We will be attending/holding the following events:
21 February - Merredin Twilight Markets
26 February - Business Sundowner
14 March - Morning Melodies
29 March - Merredin Show
We will be holding the following Workshops / Town Hall Meetings:
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The Shire will also be liaising directly with local schools to involve school-aged kids.
If your community group / organisation would like to get involved and hold a face-to-face session, please email us at admin@merredin.wa.gov.au.
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When is the survey due?
Please complete this survey before 5:00pm on Monday, 14 April 2025.
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Sport and Recreation Community Survey
Help Shape the Future of Merredin's Sporting Spaces!
We want to hear from you! Your input is crucial in shaping the future of the Merredin Regional Community and Leisure Centre and the Merredin District Olympic Swimming Pool.
Have your say!
Take a few minutes to complete our survey and share your thoughts on how these vital community spaces can be improved. Your feedback will help create facilities that meet the needs and aspirations of Merredin’s community.
Survey Closes Thursday 27 February 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference.
Scan the QR code below or visit urbis.questionpro.com.au/MerredinCommunityhttps://urbis.questionpro.com.au/a/TakeSurvey?tt=t0OZScfk8fk%3D to participate in the survey and help us build a better future for Merredin.
WEROC Workforce Housing Business Community Survey
Please help us find better housing solutions for workers in the Wheatbelt by clicking the button below and answering a few quick questions.
The Shire of Merredin is participating in a study with the Wheatbelt Development Commission to analyse housing demand for workers in the WEROC subregion. The study seeks to understand housing stock needs currently and into the future.
To help understand housing needs, we would like input from the business community, farming enterprise, workers, and other interested community members.
Please complete the survey by Friday, 7 March 2025.
Filing a report with your local Shire has never been easier...
You can help Merredin stay safe by alerting the Shire of any issues arising in the community as they happen! Snap Send Solve is a free app that allows you to quickly and easily report issues and provide feedback to local council and Shire. It only takes 30 seconds and a push of a button!