Annual Budgets
The budget for the 2026/27 financial year continues the Shire of Victoria Plains’ focus on asset management, construction and renewal, with a significant program of capital works planned across the Shire.
The Shire’s capital works program remains at a high level, with $14.092 million in capital expenditure planned for 2026/27, alongside $2.551 million in operational expenditure.
Key areas of investment include:
• Road Construction – $4.583 million, including $3.478 million for Wongan Hills Waddington Road.
• Land and Buildings – $7.744 million, including $4.103 million for the Edmonds Street Subdivision and $320,000 for the Calingiri Heavy Vehicle Rest Area.
• Plant and Equipment – $813,000.
• Other Infrastructure – $953,386, including $402,690 for Landfill Transfer Station upgrades and $347,684 for water supply projects at Mogumber and Gillingarra.
A significant achievement continues to be the Shire’s ability to attract external funding to support these projects. For 2026/27, the Shire has secured $13.023 million in external funding, with only $1.070 million funded from general revenue and rates income.
This represents an important outcome for local ratepayers, with rate revenue contributing approximately 22% of the Shire’s total operating and capital expenditure. The substantial level of external funding allows the Shire to continue delivering major infrastructure and community projects while minimising the financial burden on local ratepayers.
The Shire’s rates continue to support essential services including the construction and maintenance of roads and footpaths, water supplies, playgrounds and parks, vehicles and plant, household rubbish collection, community events and local library services.
Looking ahead, the Shire remains focused on delivering the infrastructure required to support the community and position Victoria Plains for future growth and development. The scale of the 2026/27 capital program demonstrates the continued investment being made in the Shire’s roads, buildings, water infrastructure, waste facilities and community assets.
The Shire will continue to focus on responsible financial management while taking advantage of external funding opportunities to deliver projects that provide long-term benefits to the community.
Together, these investments will continue to shape the future of the Shire of Victoria Plains, supporting improved infrastructure, community facilities, services and opportunities for residents and businesses.