• Ensure the long term financial security of the Council
• Deliver quality Council services
• Facilitate a growing and sustainable economy and employment base
• Promote a cohesive, dynamic Rural City community
• Maintain open communication and consultation
• Preserve and enhance our heritage and the environment

Our Values

• Excellence 
  We aim to achieve the highest standard in everything we do
• Trust
  We have confidence in the ability and commitment of others and ourselves
• Respect
  We see all people as being valuable, acknowledging individuality, opinions, needs and abilities
• Openness
  We foster an environment that encourages honest communication in all dealings
• Fairness 
  We treat all colleagues and customers fairly and consistently. We promote equality and ensure resources are allocated according to need
• Enjoyment
  We promote a harmonious and productive workplace by celebrating achievement in an environment where everyone feels they belong