Have Your Say on Safety, Services, and Wellbeing in Kowanyama
Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council is reviewing its Community Safety Plans (CSPs) to better understand what has changed in the community since the alcohol rules were amended in 2023, and to identify what more can be done to improve safety, support services, and strengthen wellbeing.
The CSPs developed in 2021 and 2022 outlined community-led priorities and actions to reduce harm and improve services in key areas such as:
- Health
- Social and emotional wellbeing
- Family violence
- Youth engagement
- Justice
- Alcohol and drug-related harm
In 2023, the Alcohol Management Plan (AMP) was updated, allowing alcohol to be brought into Kowanyama under new carriage limits. This review is an important opportunity to reflect on those changes,
Your Voice Matters
We are engaging with both residents and service providers to ensure that the updated Community Safety Plan reflects the views and experiences of the whole community.
Your input will help us understand:
- What has changed in the community since the plans were released
- What is working well
- What challenges or barriers remain
- What services need to be strengthened or supported
Ways to Get Involved
Complete a short online survey:
- For residents: www.surveymonkey.com/r/KowanyamaResidents
- For service providers: www.surveymonkey.com/r/KowanyamaServices
Take part in a one-on-one or small group discussion:
These conversations are confidential and flexible to your availability. We are especially keen to speak with service providers about what’s working, what’s not, and what support is needed going forward.
Contact Us
To arrange a discussion, or ask any questions, please email us at:
engage@culturev8.com.au.
Thank you for your time and contribution to making Kowanyama a safer and stronger community.