Solution : Sustainable Council Program
Building Blocks for Sustainable Councils
A holistic maturity framework aligning service, asset, and financial management to strengthen governance, compliance, and long-term sustainability.
- Comprehensive maturity assessment across eight sustainability pillars
- Aligns service delivery and planning with statutory frameworks
- Independent benchmarking against NAMAF and SPAF standards
- Identifies gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Facilitated workshops with councillors and executives
Why This Matters for Councils and Organisations Like Yours
Local governments are facing mounting pressure to balance community expectations, regulatory compliance, and financial viability. The Sustainable Council Program equips councils with a structured, independent framework to assess capability, identify gaps, and plan for a sustainable future. It enables leadership teams to make informed, transparent decisions that optimise service levels, investment priorities, and governance structures.
This Solution Includes:
- Maturity assessment across eight focus area that include governance, financial management, asset management, and service delivery
- NAMAF and SPAF-based capability reviews
- Long-term financial sustainability and scenario analysis
- Benchmarking with peer councils and national indicators
- Integrated assessment of service, asset, and financial planning
- Community consultation and governance review frameworks
- Development of an Improvement Plan and reform strategies
Outcomes You Can Expect
Through the Sustainable Council Program, councils gain a clear roadmap for continuous improvement, long-term sustainability, and community trust. The program translates assessment findings into actionable plans that enhance strategic capability and ensure services remain financially viable.
Integrated Sustainability Planning
Councils align financial, asset, and service management to meet compliance standards and future demand.
Informed Financial Decisions
Access to benchmarking data and long-term financial modelling strengthens strategic investment choices.
Targeted Improvement Plans
Identify policy and performance gaps, supported by structured pathways for reform and capability building.
Transparent Community Engagement
Supports evidence-based consultation with clear performance data and reporting tools.
Robust Governance and Accountability
Encourages data-driven leadership and stronger alignment with Local Government Act requirements.
Our Proven Approach
CT Management Group’s proven methodology combines data-driven analysis, facilitated collaboration, and independent benchmarking to deliver practical insights and actionable outcomes.
1. Comprehensive Review
Maturity assessment across eight key sustainability areas, including governance, financial management, and asset performance.
2. Stakeholder Engagement
Facilitated sessions with councillors and senior management to self-assess and validate performance.
3. Framework Assessment
Benchmarking against NAMAF, SPAF, and financial sustainability indicators.
4. Scenario and Options Analysis
Development of future-focused reform options and risk management strategies.
5. Continuous Improvement
Detailed Improvement Plan with recommendations for capacity building and long-term monitoring.
The CT Management Group Difference
Why Partners Trust Us to Deliver
Future-Focused Compliance
Aligns with national frameworks and Auditor General requirements, helping councils future-proof operations and policy.
Independent Benchmarking
Provides objective data, comparative insights, and evidence-based recommendations for informed decision-making.
Integrated Expertise
Brings together service planning, asset management, and financial sustainability expertise within one coordinated framework.
Community-Centred Approach
Facilitated sessions enhance organisational capability, ensuring continuous improvement and stronger governance.
Ready to Build a Sustainable Future for Your Council?
Let’s discuss how CT Management Group’s Sustainable Council Program can help your organisation assess, benchmark, and plan for a more sustainable future – balancing service delivery, compliance, and financial capacity with community expectations.
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