Since 2000, Latrobe City Council has committed to an International Relations Program for our community, for the purpose of international exchange and cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, science and technology, cultural exchange, education, sports, health and people.
The Latrobe City International Relations Plan focuses on developing our existing Sister City relationships with Takasago, Japan and Taizhou, China for the benefit of our city. We also organise a wide-range of activities engaging our community through the International Relations Program, aimed at maintaining social harmony, enriching cultural life and generating continued prosperity.
Sister Cities
We have established and managed formal Sister City Relationships with Takasago City, Japan and the City of Taizhou, China. From these relationships we gain a deeper understanding of each other's culture, traditions, society and people.
International Relations Committee
We have facilitated an International Relations Committee comprising of Councillors, Council officers, key industry stakeholders and members of the community since 2000.
Sister Schools Relationships
We are currently working with and will continue to support local educational institutions maintain, develop and establish Sister School Relationships with schools in our Sister Cities and beyond.
Sister Cities Australia
Latrobe City Council supports the establishment of formal relationships between cities throughout the world, under the auspices of the Sister Cities movement. We are an active member of Sister Cities Australia and endorse the association’s aims and objectives. Latrobe City’s Sister Cities program is highly regarded both nationally and internationally and this has been demonstrated through a number of National Awards.
- 2003 Best Display Award
- 2004 Youth Project Award
- 2004 Community Involvment Award
- 2005 Hosted the Sister City Conference
- 2006 Best Display Award
- 2007 Commerce/Industry Award
- 2008 Youth Project Award
- 2008 Bet Display Award
- 2010 Best Overall Program Award
- 2012 Youth Project Award
- 2013 Youth Project Award
- 2014 Friendship City for Exchanges and Cooperation with China