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The Draft Camden Advocacy Strategy is on public exhibition and you're invited to give feedback!

Camden is one of the fastest-growing local government areas (LGAs) in Australia, with its population expected to rise 81% by 2046. This rapid growth is placing increasing pressure on local infrastructure and services. Heavy reliance on cars, rising traffic congestion, limited public transport and a growing jobs deficit are already affecting our community’s quality of life.

A plan to ensure Camden's needs are heard

Advocacy is an important tool in shaping Camden’s future and addressing emerging challenges. It enables Council to help secure government investment, influence decisions that affect the region, and drive transformative infrastructure to support growth.

The draft Camden Advocacy Strategy provides a four-year framework and action plan to guide Council’s advocacy. The Strategy identifies key themes and needs, while remaining flexible to adapt as government and community priorities evolve.

The Strategy signals Council’s desire to collaborate with key stakeholders and ensures Council works towards shared objectives and strengthens relationships with decision-makers and partners. Above all, it is designed to keep Camden’s advocacy strategic, coordinated, impactful and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our growing community.

Camden Council is already actively advocating for our region’s priorities, from formal submissions and stakeholder engagement to targeted campaigns such as The Time Is Now, which have already helped secure real wins for the community. For more information, visit Council's Advocacy webpage to explore current priorities and ongoing efforts HERE.

Council's Advocacy is driven by four key themes

  • Transformative Camden

    Transport and community infrastructure

  • Liveable Camden

    Schools, health, community services and housing.

  • Resilient and Sustainable Camden

    Climate adaptation, biodiversity and green infrastructure.

  • Vibrant Camden

    Public spaces, culture, events and activation, tourism and recreation.

How to have your say!

  • We invite you to review the Draft Advocacy Strategy and make a submission.

    Step One: Review the draft Camden Advocacy Strategy

    Step Two: Make a Submission by Wednesday 11 February 2026.


    Review draft Strategy 

Submit online

Other ways to submit

You can also provide your submissions through any of the following methods:

  1. Email: Camden Council at mail@camden.nsw.gov.au
  2. In Person: Hand deliver your submission during business hours to the Administration Building, 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park NSW 2570
  3. By Post: Mail your submission to Attention: Coordinator Economy & Place, Camden Council, PO Box 183, Camden NSW 2570

All submissions must be received by Wednesday 11 February 2026.

Learn More

The draft Advocacy Strategy and associated Council meeting report can be downloaded below:

The document can also be viewed in person at the following locations during operational hours:

  • Customer Service Centre, 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park;
  • Oran Park Library, 72 Central Avenue, Oran Park;
  • Camden Library, 40 John Street, Camden; and
  • Narellan Library, corner Queen and Elyard Streets, Narellan.

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