As we reach the end of 2022, I would like to reflect on and acknowledge the kindness, support and connection that brings our community together, along with some key milestones reached by Council this year.
What stands out to me is the true community spirit that exists in Latrobe City. As we have continued to work through the ongoing challenges of the pandemic, our community has remained focused and committed to looking out for each other.
It has also been wonderful to see the return of so many community events over the past year, providing an opportunity to connect and celebrate the best of our city. I would like to thank all of the organisations and groups for warmly welcoming me to share in these events.
2022 saw the adoption of Living Well Latrobe, Latrobe City Council’s Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan (MPHWP) 2021-2025. Living Well Latrobe is a four-year plan, which details how Council will work with the community and our partners to maintain and improve everyone’s health and well-being in our community. Living Well Latrobe will be a guide for the work of other plans, strategies and actions developed by Council and supports the application of health and wellbeing principles in all the work we do.
This year also marks the first year of reporting for our 2021-2025 Council Plan and Community Vision. Council is committed to delivering on our community's priorities and recognising our goal to be known as a smart, creative, healthy, sustainable and connected city. Council will continue to advocate for our community’s goals and needs to enhance our regional city’s liveability, economy and overall health and well-being, particularly as we navigate our ongoing economic transition.
I would like to thank Deputy Mayor Cr Dan Clancey, my Councillor colleagues and Latrobe City staff for their support and commitment to our community and the goals we share through the delivery of the Council Plan. We look forward to seeing where the next 12 months take us as we continue this work, ensuring our community’s needs are front of mind.
Cr Kellie O'Callaghan
Mayor of Latrobe City Council