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The City of Casey’s draft Budget and Annual Action Plan for 2026/27 outline how Council plans to deliver what matters most to our community over the next year - from safer neighbourhoods and easier ways to get around, to greener spaces and more jobs closer to home.

Influenced by Shape Your City community engagement program, the draft plans focus on the everyday things that make a real difference to life in Casey. They set out practical projects, services and investment that support a stronger, more connected, liveable and sustainable city as our community continues to grow.

The draft Budget and Annual Action Plan - along with the Financial Plan 2026/27–2035/36 and Fees and Charges 2026/27 - are now on public exhibition. This is your opportunity to review the documents and share your feedback before they are finalised.

Together, these documents show how Council is delivering on the long‑term direction set by our Community Vision 2035 and Council Plan 2025-29.

Council’s work is guided by five key focus areas:

Keeping our community safe

Proposed highlights for 2026/27 include:

  • $1.22 million invested in community safety initiatives, a 4 per cent increase from last year.
  • Partner with Victoria Police on a mobile CCTV trial in key locations, guided by crime data and community need.
  • Continue delivering of Community Safety and Crime Meetings that bring Council, Victoria Police, Crime Stoppers, Neighbourhood Watch and the community together to address local safety concerns and crime prevention priorities.
  • More than $3.4 million invested to embed safety into infrastructure through lighting upgrades, safer intersections, pedestrian refuges and improved access to community facilities.
  • $200,000 towards the expansion of automated lighting at reserves for safe evening activity.
  • Deliver targeted, community-centred action to raise awareness and help prevent family violence.

Supporting young people to connect and thrive

The draft Budget includes a $2.8 million investment in youth services for people aged 10–25, supporting connection, engagement and wellbeing.

This includes:

  • Additional funding to bring together young people, parents and service providers to better understand local mental health needs and inform future responses.
  • Free outreach in community facilities and public spaces, co-designed with young people.
  • Free leadership opportunities such as AMPLIFY, the Youth Action Committee and the Climate Youth Action Committee.
  • Youth events and programs including Late Night Hoops, Youth Information Centre programs and low‑cost school holiday activities.

Building connection and belonging

Highlights for 2026/27 include:

  • Planning and delivery of the 2027 Community Leadership Program, with a strong focus on social cohesion.
  • A $150,000 Emergency Food Relief funding pool, supporting community organisations with grants of up to $20,000.
  • Community campaign that encourages neighbours to connect and build local relationships.
  • Increased funding for Minor Capital Works Investment Program grants, supporting local clubs and community facilities.

The draft Budget includes a $141.5 million Capital Works Program, delivering new projects, upgrades and renewals across the city to support a high‑quality, accessible and connected built environment. This includes:

  • More than $80 million invested in new, upgraded and renewed recreational, leisure and community facilities across Casey.
  • $17.7 million invested in parks, open space and streetscapes to improve amenity and access close to home.
  • $6 million to finalise design and commence construction of the Casey Fields Rectangular Stadium, delivering a high‑quality, multi‑purpose sporting facility for community and elite sport.
  • Investment in new and upgraded family and community centres to improve access to kindergarten, Maternal and Child Health and early years services, including the Ballarto Road and Clyde North West Family and Community Centres, and the upgrade of Ramlegh Family and Community Centre.
  • Renewals and upgrades to local facilities such as Arthur Wren Hall and Reema Reserve Pavilion, improving access, safety and usability for community groups.
  • $718,000 to implement the Public Toilet Framework, improving access to amenities at key locations across the city.
  • $2.33 million invested in active connectivity initiatives, including walking and cycling paths, trail lighting, safer intersections, school crossing improvements and wayfinding to help people move around their neighbourhoods safely.
  • Expansion of Active After Dark, building on the previous floodlighting trial to support safe and accessible use of local reserves and spaces in the evenings.

The draft Budget includes increased investment in greening, climate action and environmental resilience to support a more sustainable future for Casey.

Key highlights include:

  • Delivery of year three of the Greening Casey plan, with a strong focus on increasing tree canopy through Council, community and developer planting programs. This includes a commitment to plant 25,000 trees and 185,000 shrubs over the next two years.
  • Continued advocacy for Green Streets in future residential developments, promoting a tree‑first approach to urban design that prioritises canopy coverage from the outset.
  • $4.8 million invested in major greening, landscape and ecological projects that enhance canopy coverage, improve habitat connectivity and lift the quality of key natural and civic spaces. Priority areas include the Cranbourne Botanic Gardens connectivity region and the Southern Brown Bandicoot Ecological Corridor in Botanic Ridge.
  • A 7 per cent increase in climate investment to $4.46 million, supporting climate planning, programs and preparedness under the Climate Resilient Casey plan.
  • $974,000 in capital works projects to reduce emissions, manage flood risk and strengthen resilience, including wetland protection works at Rutter Park, Tooradin, and battery installations at community facilities such as Marriott Waters, Strathaird and Arthur Wren Hall.
  • Expansion of education and engagement initiatives, including funding to scale up Climate Classrooms, supporting emissions reduction and improving climate literacy in the community.

The draft Budget and Action Plan include targeted investment and initiatives to support businesses, improve local shopping precincts and create pathways to employment for Casey residents.

Key highlights include:

  • $1.19 million invested to support existing local businesses through capability building, skills development and long‑term resilience programs.
  • Delivery of the Choose Casey campaign, showcasing Casey as a great place to do business and attracting new investment to the city.
  • $905,000 invested in streetscape upgrades across five shopping precincts, improving amenity and supporting local trade at Spring Square, Lurline Street, Hotham Street, Hampton Park Shopping Centre, and the Lyall Street and Laneway Streetscape project.
  • Continued advocacy for the upgrade and extension of Thompsons Road through the Greater South East Melbourne State Election platform, helping unlock business potential, create jobs and boost economic benefit for the community.
  • Implementation of partnership operational plans with Federation University and Chisholm TAFE to strengthen employment pathways, upskilling and workforce development for residents.
  • Ongoing support for home‑based businesses through events, education and training that improve connection, confidence and business capability.
  • Completion of an Activity Centre Strategy review to guide the future planning of attractive, functional and well‑designed centres that balance community needs, economic opportunity and environmental sustainability.

The draft Budget supports Council’s commitment to operating an adaptable, efficient, future ready organisation that engages and responds to community needs through sustainable and innovative service delivery.

Proposed highlights for 2026/27 include:

  • Continued improvements to digital services, making it easier for customers to interact with Council and report issues.
  • Further investment to progress the Cranbourne Hub, enhancing customer and visitor experience.
  • Design a Community Connectors Program to strengthen communication and engagement with Casey’s diverse multicultural communities.
  • Deliver a Community Engagement Outreach Program to better connect with residents, understand local needs and support meaningful participation in Council decisions.

Provide your feedback

To provide your submission or for more information, please get in touch via the following methods:

  • Online via the submission form on this page
  • Email Corporate Planning and Performance Team, caseycc@casey.vic.gov.au
  • Phone 03 9705 5200
  • Post to City of Casey, PO Box 1000 Narre Warren, Victoria 3805
  • Anonymously via the postal, phone or email details above.

Materials can be provided in printed format upon request.

Consultation closes 14 May 2026 (5:00 PM)

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Capital Works Highlights

Map of City of Casey wards

For Council’s full list of the proposed capital works program for 2026/27 go to page 66 of the ‘Draft Budget Report’ document in the document library. This section presents a listing of the capital works projects that will be undertaken for the year.

Key projects across Casey

  • Cranbourne Community Hub – Continued design and delivery of a major community hub ($8.1 million).
  • Casey Fields Rectangular Stadium – Final design and start of construction on a new multipurpose stadium for community and elite sport ($6 million).
  • Playground renewals across Casey – Renewal of district and local playgrounds to improve play and safety ($7.31 million).
  • Doveton Pool in the Park – Continued upgrades to an improved outdoor aquatic facility ($3 million).
  • Ballarto Road Family and Community Centre – New centre improving access to early years services ($4 million).
  • Clyde North West Family and Community Centre – New family and community facility under development ($5.7 million).
  • Active After Dark – Expansion of automated lighting at reserves for safe evening activity ($200,000).
  • Public Toilet Framework – New and upgraded public toilets at key locations ($718,000).
  • Minor Capital Works Investment Program – Additional funding for sporting club infrastructure projects ($712,00).

Key projects by ward

Akoonah Ward (parts of Berwick and Beaconsfield) - Cr Scott Dowling

  • Edwin Flack Reserve – Oval reconstruction and new outdoor fitness equipment ($1.89 million).
  • Thornley Drive and Farnborough Way reserves – Renewal of local playspaces ($745,000).
  • Pioneer Park – Upgrade of public lighting ($360,000).

Casuarina Ward (parts of Narre Warren, Narre Warren South, Cranbourne North) - Cr Kim Ross

  • Oakgrove Community Centre – Renewal to improve condition and usability ($365,000).
  • Sweeney Reserve – Floodlighting upgrades for soccer and AFL ovals ($675,000).
  • Lakeview Drive Reserve – Multi‑court renewal and extension ($170,000).

Correa Ward (Cranbourne East; parts of Cranbourne, Cranbourne North, Clyde North) - Cr Gary Rowe

  • Casey RACE – Changeroom renewals ($950,000)
  • Cranbourne Place Reserve – Playspace renewal ($800,000).
  • Cranbourne North Dog Friendly Space – Delivery of a new dog‑friendly space ($530,000).

Cranbourne Gardens Ward (Cranbourne West, Cranbourne South, Junction Village, Botanic Ridge, Devon Meadows, Pearcedale, Cannons Creek, Blind Bight, Warneet and part of Cranbourne) - Cr Michelle Crowther

  • Pearcedale Kindergarten – Scoping of potential redevelopment ($60,000).
  • Cherryhills Drive – Local traffic management improvements – ($176,000).
  • Linking Paths Program – footpath construction Cranbourne–Frankston Road (east of Snead Boulevard) ($118,000)

Dillwynia Ward (parts of Berwick, Clyde, Clyde North) - Cr Anthony Walter

  • Alexander Boulevard Active Open Space – Stage 1 active open space development ($4.6 million).
  • Alexander Boulevard Community Hub – Design and planning for a future community hub ($1.08 million).
  • Clyde North Active Open Space – Stage 1 construction of AFL, cricket and soccer facilities ($4 million).

Grevillea Ward (Harkaway; parts of Berwick, Narre Warren North) - Cr Dave Perry

  • Amber Crescent Reserve – Active recreation infrastructure renewal ($350,000).
  • Timbarra Park – Playspace renewal ($700,000).
  • Wilson Botanic Park – Major playspace renewal ($1.2 million).

Kalora Ward (Endeavour Hills, Lysterfield South; parts of Narre Warren North) - Cr Melinda Ambros

  • Reema Reserve Pavilion – Pavilion upgrade to support local sport ($900,000).
  • Sydney Pargeter Reserve – New pavilion development ($2.43 million).
  • Barry Simon Reserve – Sports lighting upgrade ($328,000).

Kowan Ward (parts of Cranbourne North, Narre Warren South) - Cr Shane Taylor

  • Arbourlea Family and Community Centre – Design and planning for future upgrade ($230,000).
  • Berwick Springs Recreation Reserve – Pavilion upgrades for female‑friendly amenities ($300,000) and fencing renewal to oval 1 ($100,000).
  • Hilltop Bushland Reserve – Renewal of outdoor fitness equipment ($150,000).

Quarters Ward (Lyndhurst, Cranbourne West, parts of Cranbourne) - Cr Carolyn Eaves

  • Monahans Road Reserve – Flood mitigation works ($1.28 million).
  • Bernborough Avenue Reserve – Playspace renewal ($700,000).
  • Waterbush Crescent Reserve – Playspace renewal ($800,000).

River Gum Ward (parts of Hampton Park, Lynbrook) - Cr Lynette Pereira

  • Parnum Place – New local playspace development ($500,000).
  • River Gum Wetlands – Environmental improvement project ($100,000).
  • Cairns Road Reserve – Synthetic pitch renewal ($50,000).

Tooradin Ward (Clyde, Tooradin) - Cr Jennifer Dizon

  • Ramlegh Family and Community Centre – Upgrade of existing facility ($1.05 million).
  • Tooradin Recreation Reserve – Car parking upgrade ($1 million) and oval drainage improvements ($872,835).
  • Casey Fields Criterion Pavilion – Planning and design for future redevelopment ($30,000).

Waratah Ward (Doveton, Eumemmerring, Hallam, part of Hampton Park) - Cr Stefan Koomen

  • Arthur Wren Hall – Community hall renewal ($1.32 million).
  • Doveton Library – Library upgrade works ($206,000).
  • Glenburn Drive Reserve – Playspace renewal ($1 million).

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