Draft Annual Action Plan and Budget for 2026/2027
This lists actions to achieve our community vision.
The draft Annual Budget and Action Plan 2026/2027 balances responsible financial management in a tough economic environment with investment in essential services and local projects. Our total draft budget for 2026/2027 has an operating expenditure of $298.98 million and investment in the capital program of $69.11 million.
Our operational budget funds 80 diverse services from maternal and child health to statutory planning, arts and culture and urban design, along with several key investments.
Delivering on our strategic priorities
This plan outlines the actions we will take to progress the Council Plan priorities across four key areas:
- People – Supporting health, wellbeing and inclusive communities
- Places – Improving our parks, roads, facilities and local environment and responding to the climate emergency
- Prosperity – Supporting education, local jobs, business and infrastructure growth
- Leadership and Governance – Building trust, strengthening engagement and managing community resources responsibly
What we heard from our community
Through our community engagement and deliberative panel process, you told us your key priorities include:
- Accessibility, inclusivity and diversity
- Social inclusion, belonging and connection
- Flexibility, creativity and adaptability
- Equitable economic opportunities
- Effective management of Council resources
- Transparent and timely decision making
- Clear communication and consultation
The draft Annual Action Plan outlines the practical actions we will take this year to respond to these priorities and continue delivering for our community. If you live, work, study or spend time in Brimbank, we invite you to review the draft plan and share your feedback. Your input helps us confirm we are focusing on what matters most to our community.
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Read the draft document
Community Vision
’By 2050, the Brimbank community will be healthy and safe, and we will be united through a sense of belonging and pride. Our city will be inclusive, resilient, innovative and vibrant, and our people will share equally in the city’s prosperity and opportunity. The environment and heritage will be protected and enhanced, and Brimbank’s diverse neighbourhoods and housing will offer something for everyone.’
Our Pillars
The Annual Action Plan and Budget is built around four key pillars—People, Places, Prosperity, and Leadership and Governance, shaped by the priorities and needs of our community, and aligned with the Community Vision. The pillars guide the actions Council will take in 2026-2027.
The ‘People’ Pillar reflects the diverse needs of all residents and enhances social connection and inclusion, wellbeing, supporting marginalised groups, mental health, healthy lifestyles across the life stages, gender equity, cultural cohesion, and mobilising community champions.
Community feedback highlights access to health services, youth programs and mental health support as key priorities, alongside the importance of cultural events, public art and inclusive recreational opportunities.
As Brimbank grows and evolves, our community wants services and infrastructure to keep pace with change, while ensuring we take action on the climate emergency to achieve a sustainable and well-connected future.
The ‘Places’ Pillar will work to protect natural environments and heritage and maintain clean, accessible, and well-designed public spaces. Roads, footpaths and transport networks will support easy movement for all, while parks, trees and green spaces will enhance neighbourhoods and promote environmental sustainability and healthy living.
Brimbank is an evolving hub for employment, innovation, and investment, where everyone can learn, work and succeed.
The ‘Prosperity’ Pillar will endeavour to create a strong local economy, promote access to education and training and inclusive employment pathways, and work with partners to encourage the delivery of increased housing, including more opportunities for diverse, social and affordable housing.
Supporting businesses and attracting investment will drive innovation and shared prosperity. At the same time, addressing challenges such as employment barriers will open up pathways for upskilling and increased workforce participation, ensuring economic opportunities for all.
Effective Leadership and Governance promotes transparency in decision-making and budget allocation and ensures the community is well-informed about Council actions and resource distribution.
Our work is customer driven and clear communication is key to building confidence and ensuring desired outcomes are achieved. Councillors and staff are supported and equipped to deliver best practice governance and accessible and inclusive services, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet evolving community needs.
Budget Highlights
The draft Annual Action Plan outlines the practical actions we will take this year to respond to these priorities and continue delivering for our community.
The draft Budget balances responsible financial management in a tough economic environment with investment in essential services and local projects. Our total draft budget for 2026/2027 has an operating expenditure of $ $298.98 million and investment in the capital program of $69.11 million.
Our operational budget funds 80 diverse services from maternal and child health to statutory planning, arts and culture and urban design along with key investments including, but not limited to:
- $33.08 million on roads, transport and infrastructure (maintenance)
- $26.79 million on waste and recycling
- $24.44
million on parks and green spaces
- $21.84
million on sports recreation and community facilities
- $15.75 million on libraries, arts and community spaces
Council is proposing to invest $69.11 million on capital works to support delivery of vital services for the community including, but not limited to:
- $23.46
million on roads and drainage upgrades
- $18.37
million on improvements to community, sports, and early learning
facilities
- $4.65 million on playgrounds, parks and gardens
Council remains committed to delivering essential services, planning for the future, and managing community funds responsibly so Brimbank continues to be a welcoming, inclusive and liveable city.
