Annual Plan and Budget Estimates 2025-26

• An underlying surplus budget result with projected surplus results in the next ten years
• A completely revamped waste service with the introduction of FOGO and changes to kerbside collection routes
• Removal/replacement of tip tickets with free entry to the transfer station for first 100kg each visit
• Return of community development, tourism and events functions to Council
• Returning as members of the Cradle Coast Authority
• Commencement of the Urban Plan including projects such as –

• Beautification of the waterfront through removal of the rail line and improved landscaping
• Installation of new and replacement play equipment at the foreshore
• Complete disability access improvement throughout the waterfront precinct including a ramp to the beach
• Completion of a civic plaza at Burnie Arts

• Official opening of the Burnie Arts building
• Construction of the new South Burnie Bowls Club facility
• A new $1.5m playground and community space at Shorewell Park
• A reintroduction of visitor services to Burnie, located at Burnie Arts
• Commencement of a $1.7m urban rivers improvement program

• Complete year one actions from the agreed Urban Plan action list as developed by the Urban Plan Steering Committee
• Complete feasibility study for new multi purpose stadium in line with grant deed requirements
• Commence and undertake year one actions of the Urban Rivers project
• Adopt Active Transport Strategy and complete initial tasks in line with grant deed requirements
• Hold official opening of Burnie Arts facility
• Adopt West Park Master Plan
• Work with Cradle Coast Authority to finalise Coastal pathway feasibility and design
• Undertake projects in line with Council’s Digital transformation plan
• Progress the Playground Strategy by undertaking playground improvements at Shorewell Park and the Waterfront
• Form a committee to progress Bicentennial event planning
• Deliver waste improvements, including the introduction of food and organics collection
• Oversee the delivery of South Burnie Bowls Club building redevelopment
• Review Councils events support and associated processes
• Commence facility signage review and upgrade program
• Complete Parking strategy
• Progress actions in line with Council’s asset management improvement plan
• Explore and initiate dedicated asset disposal program

Council is not immune to the financial and social pressures of the current environment, including rising expenses and cost of living pressures. To continue delivering essential services for our community and progressing our city forward, Council approved a 3.95% general rate increase for 2025-26.

A 3.95% increase in the general rate (excluding service charges) for an average residential property equates to $52.11 per annum or $1 per week.

Rates and Charges 2025-26