Integrated planning and reporting (IP&R)
The Framework
Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) gives Councils a framework for establishing local priorities and linking this information to operational functions. It recognises that most communities have similar aspirations, but the response to those aspirations will involve an individual approach.
Under the IP&R Framework, all NSW Councils are required to develop and report on a set of plans and strategies in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 and the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005.
The Framework includes a reporting process to communicate the progress to the Council and the community. There is also a structured timeline for the review of all documents to ensure they remain relevant to the community, Council and operations.
Our current plans:
Advancing Our Region Community Plan 2025-2034(PDF, 5MB) was endorsed by Armidale Regional Council on 26 March 2025.
A ten-year plan that outlines the goals and aspirations of the community, captured through extensive community engagement
Delivery Program 2025-2029(PDF, 8MB)
A program of Council-led initiatives, across four years, that achieve the strategies of the Community Plan that are in Council’s remit
Resourcing Strategy 2025-2029(PDF, 66MB)
Asset Management Strategy, Workforce Management Plan, Long-Term Financial Plan. A set of plans and strategies that ensure Council has the necessary resources and assets, and that Council plans for the future accordingly
Operational Plan and Budget 2025-2026(PDF, 47MB)
The Operational Plan and Budget 2024-2025 details the works and services that Council intends to undertake during the next financial year along with the proposed revenue and resourcing allocations to support Council's operational and capital activities.
IP&R Reporting documents:
Armidale Regional Council Annual Report 2024(PDF, 12MB)
State of the Region Report 2024(PDF, 3MB)
Asset management plans:
AM Maturity Assessment Report 2022(PDF, 17MB)
Asset Management Plan - Airport 2023(PDF, 18MB)
Asset Management Plan - Buildings 2023(PDF, 16MB)
Asset management Plan - Transport 2023(PDF, 18MB)
Asset Management Plan - Stormwater 2023(PDF, 21MB)
Asset Management Plan - Parks 2023(PDF, 17MB)
Asset Management Plan - Waste 2023(PDF, 16MB)
The diagram below illustrates the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework including the relationships between the 'whole-of-council' long, medium and short-term planning and reporting mechanisms.