We are starting work on our 2026–2027 Budget and inviting our community to submit projects, ideas and initiatives that could make a difference in Monash.

Our 2026-27 budget will deliver the strategic objectives identified in our Council Plan for 2025-29. These objectives guide our efforts and investments over these four years and reflect the themes of our Community Vision we prepared in partnership with our community in 2024.

A community where all people have the opportunity to experience enhanced levels of social, emotional and physical wellbeing.

An attractive and well-designed city with connected neighbourhoods, active transport, open spaces, facilities and infrastructure that meet the current and future needs of our community.

A city that protects our natural environment and plays a leadership role in addressing and adapting to climate change

A Council that provides governance and leadership for the benefit of our community through community engagement, advocacy, decision making and action.

Learn how our Council Plan was shaped by community consultation.

How you can shape our budget for 2026-27

There are two ways you can help shape our budget, click on the options below to get involved.

  • Nominate a project, idea or initiative.

    Submit a project, initiative or idea you think we should fund.

    Make your pitch. 

We are also consulting on our Draft Financial Plan 2025-35. open in new window