Hedland has and is home to many visionary leaders. Aboriginal leaders, leaders in business, leaders in politics, youth leaders and leaders in community. To thrive in this ever-changing world we need to equip the leaders of today and the leaders of tomorrow to adapt, promote positive narratives and lead people well.
The Hedland Collective is committed to supporting the leaders of today and tomorrow and to advocating for the visionary town-building projects that reinforce Hedland’s leading role in the region.
GOAL
Hedland is recognised for its strong leadership and town-building projects
HEDLAND COLLECTIVE ROLE
The Hedland Collective supports young leaders, promotes positive narratives and engages in town-building projects
MEASUREMENTS
Perceived quality of local leadership in the community, industry and government sectors
Perception of Hedland
Number of town-building projects small and large completed
OBJECTIVES
STRATEGIES
ACTIONS
LEAD PARTNER
Local leaders are equipped and supported
Engage with local leaders to develop a strategy to support local leadership
MID-TERM
- Initiate an annual Celebrating Local Leaders Awards which invites community nominations
- Celebrate the achievements of local leaders through a series of blogs on the community platform
- Identify leadership resources required and provide through community platform and other means
- Identify best mechanism and approach to improve youth participation in local governance structures
Hedland Collective Industry Steering Group
Public perceptions of Hedland are improving
Commence communications planning to promote Hedland and initiate communications to achieve this
MID-TERM
- Developing a comprehensive communications plan in collaboration with key stakeholders such as the Town of Port Hedland and industry partners
- Commence development of communications collateral
- Cross promote on local and state channels
- Monitor, evaluate and advocate where needed for further additional promotion
Town of Port Hedland and the Hedland Collective Industry Steering Group
Town-building projects are improving quality of life in Hedland
Support local and state government’s delivery of town-building projects through contributions to engagement processes, cross promotion and communications
IMMEDIATE-TERM
- Annually identify town-building projects the Hedland Collective seeks to contribute to
- Gain input from Hedland Collective members and broader community input through Community Portal
- Be a representative voice in town planning and activation processes
- Cross promote project communications on Community Portal
- Assist the Town through advocacy for a new Civic Center and Swimming pool adjacent to the High School to create a hub
Town of Port Hedland
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Leaders’ voices are present and heard
Support local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders in the delivery of their initiatives through advocacy, cross promotion and communications
IMMEDIATE-TERM
- TBC through codesign process with local Aboriginal Leaders in Hedland
TBC