A bespoke program of participatory planning activities (i.e. surveys, pop-up workshops and meetings) was designed with this rural and remote community in mind. Around 189 community members participated in the consultation activities, comprising 23% of the resident population, making it a highly representative sample.
Plan C developed the Community Plan from sound analysis of community issues, including community and stakeholder analysis, research into appropriate governance models, future development options, and demographic assessment.
From research and outcomes of community engagement, Plan C developed a number of practical and actionable recommendations to support the community, including: