Table 1

Lessons from Victoria

▪ The process of legislative change needs to be truly consultative

▪ The type of plan and its scope should be explicit

▪ There needs to be shared understanding among stakeholders about the level of planning

▪ Winning the support of senior managers within local governments is vital

▪ Workforce capacity in planning is essential

▪ Integration with other planning activities, both within the organisation and at State level, is required

▪ There needs to be investment in implementation strategies

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