We are one of Victoria’s fastest growing and culturally diverse municipalities. We have a current population of approximately 146,000 people, with over half of our residents from non-English speaking backgrounds. Physically, our municipality is characterised by a mixture of expanding urban areas and environmentally-significant rural areas.
Our aim
We aim to deliver equity, growth and choice through responsive community leadership and quality services.
Our vision is for a complete and sustainable community, which offers residential, work and recreational opportunities for its residents, as well as all of the services they will need in daily life. We’re committed to helping grow the local economy while protecting the natural beauty that makes Whittlesea such a great place to live.
Role of local government
Australia has three levels of government: local, state and federal. Councils operate at the local level.
As a local council, we provide a broad range of infrastructure, economic and community services to residents.
We also ensure peace and order are maintained while managing the municipality’s resources and facilities.
For more information, see What we do.
