Advocacy

In a local government context, advocacy is what Councils do to influence policy, secure resources, and represent the interests of their community.

Our Council Plan 2025–29(PDF, 13MB) sets out 5 strategic directions to guide us over the next four years. Our Advocacy Plan 2026(PDF, 3MB) identifies how and why we advocate for our community.

There are 9 areas that outline our key policy and investment asks for the municipality, aligned to our Council Plan.

Visit our Victorian election commitment updates page to see which advocacy asks election candidates have committed to.

A safe and cohesive community

Our vision is to be a community where you are safe and able to participate in community life. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is for Stonnington to be a destination of choice, which includes enhancing Chapel Street. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Community infrastructure supports social, cultural, educational, and recreational needs. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is for Stonnington to be a community where you feel safe and able to participate. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is for Stonnington to be a place where everyone has access to public and green space. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is for Stonnington to be a great place to live, work and play. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is for Stonnington to be a place where people lead active and healthy lifestyles. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is for decision-making that includes community representation and governance. Find out about our advocacy in this area.

Our vision is to take climate action, protect biodiversity and pursue eco-friendly living. Find out about our advocacy in this area.