Place based Engagement Model Review

About Community Consultative Bodies (CCBs)Community Consultative Bodies (CCBs) were established in Shoalhaven in 1991 to provide a structured way for local communities to share information, discuss issues and present collective views to Council.CCBs are resident‑led groups that represent defined geographic areas. Over time, they have helped communicate local issues, spread Council information and support discussion within their communities.Why Council is…

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Community Consultation or Community Control?

Shoalhaven City Council meet for its last Ordinary Meeting of 2025 on Tuesday 16 December 2025. One of the first items listed was - Agenda Item: CEO CL25.418 Proposal to Reform Community Consultative Bodies (CCB) Model of Engagement.  Your Committee firmly believes this is not genuine reform, but a process…

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