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The ‘Living Healthy in the Gwydir’ campaign is a youth developed program run by the youth of the Gwydir Shire. This project has been funded by G.S.C YAPA (Youth Action and Policy Association) and is encouraging the message of living a healthy lifestyle throughout the Gwydir community and beyond.
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Gwydir Shire Council's Vision Statement

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Vision
To be the recognised leader in Local Government through continuous learning and sustainability.


Mission
To ensure that the Council’s long term role is viable and sustainable by meeting the needs of our residents in a responsible caring way, attract sustainable development while maintaining the traditional rural values, character and culture of our people.

COUNCIL VALUES

For Our Community and Visitorspup
We will provide a safe, clean and healthy environment in which all people have the opportunity to participate in, and share in the Council’s services and facilities.

For Our Community Committees
We will seek their opinion in relation to the services in which they assist us, offer relevant and timely support, and recognise their valuable contribution.

For Our Staff
We will create an atmosphere of team support which encourages frank and honest communication, and the use of common-sense and innovation in a safe and friendly working environment with the aim of efficiency.

For Our Councillors
We will treat all Councillors equally and ensure that they are provided with accurate and timely advice and expect that they will treat each other and the staff with due respect.