Draft Growth Management Strategy 2026-2046

You are invited to have your say on the draft Uralla Shire Growth Management Strategy 2026–2046.

The draft Strategy is on public exhibition for 28 days, closing at 5pm on Thursday, 23 July 2026.

About the Strategy

The draft Growth Management Strategy sets out a long-term plan to guide how Uralla Shire will grow and change over the next 20 years.

It provides a clear and practical framework to:

• Manage population growth and housing demand
• Plan for new jobs and economic opportunities
• Ensure infrastructure keeps pace with development
• Protect what makes Uralla special.

Growth is already happening across the region, driven by renewable energy investment, changing housing needs and increased interest in regional living.

This Strategy aims to ensure that growth is well-planned, sustainable and aligned with community values - protecting our rural character, heritage and landscapes while supporting a strong local economy and connected communities.

Why your input matters

Community feedback has helped shape this draft, and now we want to hear from you.

We know our community values:

• Uralla’s unique identity and village character
• Our rural landscapes and environment
• Strong local connections and sense of place.

Your feedback will help ensure the final Strategy reflects these values and delivers the best outcomes for the future of our Shire.

What the Strategy covers

The draft Strategy looks at:

• Where future housing, jobs and infrastructure should go
• How to manage growth from renewable energy projects
• Housing supply, choice and affordability
• Infrastructure needs such as water, sewer and roads
• Workforce accommodation
• Protecting agricultural land and the environment.

Attend a drop-in session

You can discuss the Strategy with Council representatives at a series of drop-in sessions around the Shire:

• Invergowrie Store, 3 July, 3-6pm
• High Country Markets, 5 July, 8am-12.30pm
• Uralla Courthouse, 10 July, 10am-2pm
• Bundarra School of Arts Memorial Hall, 15 July, 2-5pm
• Uralla Bowlo, 16 July, 3-7pm
• Kentucky Memorial Hall, 19 July, 12pm-4pm

Make a submission

Submissions must be received by 5pm on Thursday, 23 July 2026.

You can have your say in the following ways:

• Online: Complete the submission form below
• Email: council@uralla.nsw.gov.au
• Post:
  General Manager
  Uralla Shire Council
  PO Box 106
  Uralla NSW 2358