BY RAVELLE EATON
The City of Newcastle is running a public workshop which will have more than 100 people provide feedback about the new four-year Community Engagement Strategy.
Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes says the City of Newcastle's approach to engagement was based on inclusiveness, transparency and responsiveness for the community.
"We are committed to genuine consultation beyond any statutory requirements because we recognise the immense value of engaging early with the community to achieve better planning outcomes," she said.
The Council had previously released its Community Strategic Plan, Newcastle 2040 which was also based on community input.
"Whether developing key strategies like Newcastle 2040, or major projects like Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade, we achieve better outcomes with the community actively engaging in decision-making," Cr Nelmes said.
'Your Newcastle, Your Voice' workshop is to be held at Wallsend Library on 15 October from 10am to 1pm.
The community can express interest to participate in the workshop via City of Newcastle's website.
