Strategic Plan
After a period of consultation and restructure, at the September 2009 Board Meeting, the Directors of the Remote Area Planning and Development Board endorsed the new Strategic Plan.

Click here to download:  RAPAD Strategic Plan 2009 - 2013

Chairs Message
This is RAPAD's third edition of our strategic plan since 2003. The two reviews that have been undertaken, since the 2003 planning process, have allowed our members to fully input into the planning process, identify, and in turn take ownership of the regional priorities and desired regional outcomes outlined within. These reviews also reflect, what is an important attribute of the organisation, and that is our encouragement of such review and evaluation processes which fosters a proactivity amongst members.

RAPAD is a unified local government organisation which has the intent of assisting with and facilitating the growth and development of our Central West and wider Outback region. By working together member local governments are united in their desire to enhance the quality of life for all residents.

RAPAD's core focus areas are Transport; Service Retention and Expansion - emphasising Health, Education and Housing; Technology, Communication and the Digital Economy; Sustainable Industries; Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Zero Emission Technology &NRM; and Regional planning & Capacity Building captures the essence of the regional priorities for our area...........

Vision:
A united regional organisation proactively shaping and creating a prosperous future for Outback Queensland

Mission:
To plan, facilitate and encourage sustainable growth for the future of Central West and Outback Queensland.

We will achieve this by:
  • Being future focused
  • Supporting the regions existing business base
  • Identifying and facilitating development of new and innovative industries for our region
  • Being a consultative advocate and lobbyist on regional issues
  • Proactive networking, communicating and partnering with all levels of government, private and public organisations
  • Supporting and facilitating constructive & relevant discussions and partnerships amongst member local governments and community organisations
  • Adding value to other regional organisations in a non-duplicating manner
  • coordinating and facilitating the provision of research for the region

Principles:
Membership to RAPAD involves abiding by core principles, which will guide all operational and strategic decision making by each director of the board.  Through these principles, the Board will optimise its opportunities to support and facilitate a balanced sustainable future for the Central West  and wider Outback Queensland.

Strategic Decision Making Principles
That each decision aims to achieve:
  • Economic, cultural and social development opportunities
  • Equitable levels of service, and its delivery for all the regions residents
  • Equitable standards of living for all the regions residents
  • Intergenerational equity 
  • Sustainable use of the regions natural resources
  • An outcome of regional benefit

Our Operating Principles
Directors will:
  • Be an advocate for the Central West and Outback region
  • Consider the environmental, economic & social regional benefits in discussions
  • Practice open and transparent communication
  • Aim for outcomes by consensus
  • Remain informed on all RAPAD matters and make informed decisions
  • Act for regional equity
  • Act ethically, in the interests of the board, and at all times ensure knowledge of, and application of high levels of, corporate governance
  • Act as a link between the Board and their local government
  • Be apolitical when on the Board