About Delivering Newcastle 2040 Integrated Planning and Reporting (IPR) What is IPR? IPR requirements for local government were introduced in 2009. They arose from the notion that all council planning should originate from a sound understanding of the community’s expectations around priorities and service levels. The IPR framework comprises a series of interrelated documents that provide a consistent, integrated approach to community planning across all NSW local councils, while also ensuring alignment with regional and state priorities.
Why is IPR important? CN operates in an increasingly complex environment, with responsibilities under more than 50 different pieces of legislation and direct relationships with over 20 NSW and Commonwealth Government agencies. The IPR framework allows CN to navigate these complexities in a meaningful and purposeful way, and to: Integrate community priorities into strategies and plans Support our community and stakeholders to play an active role in shaping the future of their community Articulate the community’s vision and priorities Assign resourcing to support delivery of our vision and priorities, while also balancing aspirations with affordability Maintain accountability and transparency through regular monitoring and reporting.
Our IPR framework Continuous monitoring and review
City of Newcastle
Community Engagement Strategy
Community Strategic Plan
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Community Strategic Plan Community Strategic Plan 1
Informing and supporting strategies
Delivery Program • Operational Plan
Long-Term Financial Plan • Workforce Development Strategic Plan • Asset Management Strategy and Plans
Reporting to our community Performance Reports • Annual Report • State of our City Report
