We're developing a new plan that will guide Council in its continued efforts towards reconciliation. Our draft Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan is now available for community feedback until 26 May.
A Reconciliation Action Plan, or RAP, is a formal commitment to support First Nations people's rights, culture, heritage, needs and aspirations. It will outline the shared approach Council will take to progress reconciliation and work alongside all First Nations people in Council's services.
Council is developing a RAP to continue to actively work towards reconciliation and the process of healing with the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people and to recognise them as the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways of Nillumbik.
Community consultation in 2023 has helped to inform the draft, which has been developed in collaboration with our RAP Working group.
The RAP includes a vision for reconciliation in Nillumbik and details actions, deliverables and activities to be implemented over a 12-18 month period.
A Reflect RAP is the first of four stages in Council's Reconciliation journey, with further RAPs to follow as Council progresses.
Mayor Ben Ramcharan said Council was committed to reconciliation with First Nations people, particularly the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung, the traditional custodians of the lands on which Nillumbik is located.
"This is a significant step for us as a Council on a journey of listening, learning and acknowledgement, healing and celebration, as we work with the Wurundjeri and our community," Cr Ramcharan said.
"I thank everyone who has helped us develop our RAP so far, particularly our RAP Working Group. I encourage our community to take the time to explore the Draft RAP, our vision and actions and share your feedback."
You can provide feedback by:
- Completing our online feedback form at Participate Nillumbik.
- Attending a drop-in information session at the Eltham Library on Monday 20 May, 10am-1pm.
