Strategy objectives

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We consulted Victorians on the objectives

We asked Victorians to help us shape the objectives of this updated infrastructure strategy. They told us about infrastructure goals that are important to them. We first consulted Victorians on updating this strategy in 2023. The consultation feedback informed the following objectives, as shown in Figure 1. We documented this consultation in our Strategy objectives engagement report.

Figure 1: Victoria’s infrastructure strategy objectives are equally important

Source: Infrastructure Victoria, Strategy objectives engagement report, 2023, p 5, accessed 5 September 2024.

In developing this strategy, we engaged with the community and stakeholders in several ways:

  • We hosted a Young People's Forum to hear from Victorians aged between 15 and 25, because a 30-year infrastructure strategy will most affect their futures.
  • We heard from regional Victorians at stakeholder workshops and learnt directly from local community representatives about their distinct infrastructure challenges and opportunities.
  • We held discussions with First Peoples’ representatives including Registered Aboriginal Parties and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, who shared First Peoples’ perspectives and goals.
  • We consulted with experts in different infrastructure sectors and government departments to get accurate and up-to-date information about Victoria’s infrastructure.
  • We asked for feedback on a draft version of our strategy. This included by calling for submissions and hosting webinars and workshops. We document this in our Consultation summary report.

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These objectives can help guide Victoria’s future

We used 6 objectives to guide the development of our recommendations. These objectives helped us prioritise the most important issues for Victorians. They helped us navigate the trade-offs involved in recommending infrastructure projects and policies to help steer Victoria's future.

The recommendations can help Victoria achieve these objectives. Many recommendations support multiple objectives. These recommendations give the Victorian Government practical advice for infrastructure to meet Victoria’s current and future needs.


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Victorians have good access to housing, jobs, services and opportunities
Victorians are healthy and safe
First Peoples have self-determination and equal outcomes to other Victorians
Victoria has a thriving natural environment
Victoria is resilient to climate change and other future risks
Victoria has a high productivity and circular economy

Where to next?

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