Avenel leaping into resilience – community meeting

13 Feb 2023

Avenel residents are invited to a community meeting to explore risks facing the township and share their thoughts on how the community can better prepare and recover from future emergencies.

A local steering group has been collaborating with emergency agencies and Strathbogie Shire Council to arrange this event.

“Using emergency event scenarios, we will explore information relating to the local risks in Avenel and how these may impact on individuals and community,” Mayor, Cr Laura Binks, said.

“Contribute your ideas for community priorities to prepare for emergencies, and how community can connect to act on those.

“Your input will help to inform a Local Emergency Action Plan for Avenel.”

Cr Binks said it was an important project, which had ongoing implications for the welfare of our community.

“I encourage our Avenel community to support the steering group’s initiative by attending the community meeting and having your say,” she said.

When: Sunday, February 19

Time: 2pm to 4pm

Where: Avenel Recreation Reserve

A sausage sizzle is included

For those who cannot attend the meeting, you can have your say online at www.share.www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au

This project is part of the Leaping into Resilience project in partnership with the Mansfield and Murrindindi councils funded by the Australian Government.