The City of Victor Harbor has begun community consultation for its South Coast Future Ready Strategy, inviting residents, families, businesses and community groups to help shape a strong and sustainable future for the region.

The community is invited to have a say on the future of housing, jobs, services and liveability in the town of Victor Harbor and the surrounding region.

The council says the south coast region is experiencing significant change with demographic shifts, rising housing pressure and challenges attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. 

Its strategy aims to respond to these trends by setting out a clear roadmap with actions that will ensure this change is managed sustainably.

“Council has planned where our community will grow through its Urban Growth Management Strategy. Now we’re planning how our community will thrive,” says Mayor Moira Jenkins.

“This work is about preparing the region for the future and putting things in place that make it easier for people of all ages to find a home, get a job, study locally and enjoy a safe and vibrant place. We know we need to do things differently to achieve all of these things.

“To get this right, we need to hear the lived experiences of the people who call the Fleurieu’s south coast home and use these experiences to come up with a set of actions that drive change.”

The community is encouraged to participate by completing the Future Ready survey online before 5pm on Friday 27 February. 

As an added incentive, eligible survey participants will go in the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Visa gift cards.

“Every response helps build a clearer picture of what our community needs for the future. The more voices we hear from, the better the Strategy will be,” Mayor Jenkins says.

Throughout February, councillors and the project team will attend local community events and pop‑up listening posts to speak directly with residents. 

The community is encouraged to stop for a chat and share ideas, concerns and priorities for the region’s future.

For more information about the South Coast Future Ready Strategy, including upcoming engagement activities, visit the council website or contact the City of Victor Harbor on 8551 0500.