Cardinia Shire Council has adopted its Equestrian Strategy 2024–2034 to guide equestrian activities in the shire into the future.
Equestrian is a popular activity in Cardinia Shire with approximately 1,000 equestrian club participants and more than 20 clubs operating, in addition to informal trail users.
The Equestrian Strategy 2024–2034 sets the strategic framework for equestrian in Cardinia Shire. It includes a vision, objectives, and an implementation plan to ensure Council has a clear strategic direction for the provision of equestrian facilities and how Council can continue to support the equestrian community over the next 10 years.
Development of the new strategy was undertaken following a review of the 2014 Equestrian Strategy. As part of the review, two rounds of community consultation were undertaken, and feedback received has helped to inform the development of the new strategy.
Council listened to what was important to the community, what improvements they wanted to see, and how Council can better support the equestrian community. Council is grateful for the community's input, which has helped to shape the vision and objectives of the new strategy.
Key changes to the strategy include a greater focus on:
Improving safety, education and awareness for equestrians, shared trail users and motorists.
Partnerships that support activations, events and infrastructure.
Increased participation through improved access to public reserves.
The Equestrian Strategy 2024–2034 aims to ensure that Council can continue to address the needs of its equestrian community alongside its changing demographic and geographic landscape. It ensures Council has a clear direction for the provision of equestrian trails and facilities and how Council can continue to support our equestrian community over the next 10 years.
To view the Equestrian Strategy 2024–2034, visit Equestrian Strategy | Cardinia Shire Council
