A Thriving Community
Growing Winchelsea
About Us
Winchelsea Towards 10,000
Who We Are
The role and purpose of Growing Winchelsea is to:
- engage with and advocate on behalf the Winchelsea community
- be a representative for engagement with various bodies, groups and government organisations on issues affecting Winchelsea.
- to promote particular projects and plans to support the growth and development of Winchelsea Towards 10,000.
Growing Winchelsea Inc. is an advocacy and leadership group which facilitates and promotes community, business and tourism development throughout the Winchelsea Ward of the Surf Coast Shire.
Growing Winchelsea Inc. is a group of volunteer leaders who help provide the Winchelsea community with a united voice.
Mission & Vision
Our Vision
We exist to advocate for, to listen to, and to support our community achieve a thriving Winchelsea.
Our Mission
We will be advocates for quality growth, projects and strategies for Winchelsea. We will represent the community by earning their trust, being welcoming and inclusive and having good relationships with other organisations like Council.
Five Pillars
People, Place, Planet, Prosperity, Participation
- People – We value inclusiveness and belonging and endeavor to create a culture which values all people in our community
- Place – We value quality in planning for future growth
- Planet – We value the environment
- Prosperity – We value a thriving and innovative economic and business community
- Participation – We value strong relationships and will endeavor to be broad in our partnerships
Growing Winchelsea will support projects which fall within the framework of one or all of these pillars. Projects which cover more pillars will be more likely to be supported.
Latest News
Winchelsea Community Market Expands with Winter Indoor Events
Winchelsea Community Market is pleased to announce a series of indoor market dates at the Winchelsea Leisure Time Centre.
Market Update
Over the coming months, the market will be trialling a number of exciting initiatives to support increased business for you and encourage increased community connection and visitation.
Community Market Creates Local Jobs and Strengthens the Economy
The recent Winchelsea Community Market has once again shown how local events play a vital role in supporting small businesses, building community connections, and boosting the local economy.
Current Projects
Winchelsea Arboretum Trail
beautiful ‘treed’ avenues and trails
Station Precinct Project
reinvigorating our heritage train station
Movie Club
bringing the community together for socialisation, fun & entertainment
Community Market
connection, local economy and sustainability
Planning and Infrastructure
locals-appropriate and -guided development
Past projects
Education Facilities
lobbying for immediate school repairs and long-term upgrade
Let’s Get Together
community connection, community asset
Winchelsea Christmas Carols
community celebration
Future Events 4 Winchelsea
community connection
Restoration of the Common
reopening a valuable community natural space