Policies to improve Nugent

Policies to improve Nugent

Advocate for X-Ray and Ultrasound Services in Sorell

Advocate for improved phone reception across the Sorell municipality

Make planning and building processes easier to follow while providing practical advice and guidance to help residents achieve the best outcomes

Infrastructure to keep up with population growth. Sorell and Midway Point are one of the fastest growing areas in Tasmania

Residents to vote on local spending

Establish a local health committee to advocate for better access to health care, local GPs, nursing homes and ambulance services

Council will seek community feedback on infrastructure projects and prioritise them transparently by cost, location, and demand to better reflect residents’ needs

Council decisions are shaped by residents

Commission feasibility study for a public swimming pool/aquatic centre in Sorell

Allow rural residents to opt out of Green Waste/FOGO (Food Organics Garden Organics) bins if they live on properties larger than 2,000m², with the associated charge removed from their rates

Increase the supply of long term rental housing by making whole-house short-stay rentals pay similar rates as other accommodation businesses

Care for our natural environment and increase biodiversity by working closely with residents and community groups

Redesign the Sorell Council website to make it highly user-friendly, easy to navigate, and efficient in helping residents find information=