Fleurieu councils are encouraging residents, business owners and community groups to contribute to the 2023 Australian Liveability Census.

The census invites local communities to share what is important to them and how they think their neighbourhoods are performing. 

This feedback is used to help decision-makers plan for the future about issues important to locals, such as access to green space, car parking, or improving public safety.

Local voices will help guide local decision making at the same time as contributing to national research about liveability.

City of Victor Harbor Mayor Dr Moira Jenkins says anyone can take part in the research and it doesn’t take long to complete the short survey.

“Hearing from our community is extremely important to help Council with decision-making. That’s why we are often asking residents and ratepayers to complete surveys or share their thoughts, feelings and ideas. 

“In this instance, the information gathered from the Liveability Census will give Council an idea of what makes Victor Harbor so great, and what can be improved.

“The survey asks a wide range of questions, including what makes a neighbourhood liveable in your opinion. You’ll also get the chance to rate Victor Harbor in terms of

liveability.”

The census is open until 30 June 2023 and all participants have the chance to win one of 50 x $100 vouchers.

For more information on the census, to see the results of the 2021 census and to take the survey, go to the website.