We’re planning for the year ahead and continuing our work to deliver the community’s vision for Lake Macquarie. As part of this process, we’re seeking your feedback on the following key documents:
These documents outline the actions, services and investment that will help shape a thriving, sustainable and well‑connected Lake Macquarie.
Our Delivery Program outlines Council’s focus areas over a four‑year period, aligned with the term of the elected Council. It is reviewed each year to ensure it reflects what we can realistically achieve to support the goals in the Community Strategic Plan.
The Operational Plan sets out the specific actions and projects Council will deliver in 2026-2027. It’s set out under the same four goals as the Community Strategic Plan and directly supports the long‑term outcomes our community has identified as important.
For 2026-2027, we are proposing to invest more than $111 million in capital works across Lake Macquarie. This includes funding for:
- $11.1 million for beaches, lake assets and aquatic facilities
- $10 million for bridges and embankments
- $13.5 million for business‑supporting initiatives
- $10.6 million for community and sporting facilities
- $6.4 million for environmental enhancement projects
- $6.8 million for footpaths, cycleways and shared pathways
- $3.8 million for holiday parks
- $1.1 million for libraries and cultural facilities
- $5.4 million for parks and playgrounds
- $6 million for property works
- $29.1 million for road sealing, resurfacing and rehabilitation
- $1.5 million for stormwater and drainage upgrades
- $1.3 million for Stormwater Management Services Charge projects
- $4.8 million for traffic and transport improvements
JenniCoordinator Strategy and Performance