Future Mundaring - Identity - Focus Groups

What helps people feel connected, supported and included in our community?

A strong community means different things to different people.

For some, it's having access to services and facilities that support daily life. For others, it's feeling connected to neighbours, being able to participate in community activities, or knowing that local places are welcoming, accessible and inclusive.

As part of the Future Mundaring journey, we're inviting people from a range of backgrounds and life experiences to participate in a series of community focus groups exploring what contributes to quality of life, community connection and a strong sense of place across the Shire.

The Shire of Mundaring is embarking on an important community conversation about our identity and future: what we value, what makes our places distinctive, and how we want to respond to growth and change in the years ahead.

These focus groups provide an opportunity for people with particular lived experiences, perspectives and needs to contribute to the conversation in a more focused setting. The sessions are designed to ensure a broad range of voices are heard and that future planning, investment and community development decisions reflect the diversity of people who live, work and participate in the Shire.

Together, we'll explore what helps people feel connected, supported and able to participate in community life. We'll discuss the opportunities and challenges facing different members of our community and consider how future planning and investment can help create places where people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can thrive.

Who should participate?

Older People Focus Group

For older residents and people with direct experience of ageing in Mundaring.

This discussion will focus on the opportunities and challenges associated with ageing in the Shire, including accessibility, housing, transport, health and wellbeing, social connection and community participation. Participants will help identify ways to ensure Mundaring remains a welcoming and supportive place to age well.

Disability & Access Focus Group

For people with lived experience of disability or access barriers, carers, advocates and relevant service representatives.

This discussion will focus on inclusion, accessibility and participation across the Shire. Participants will be invited to share their experiences of using public spaces, services, facilities, transport and community programs, helping identify barriers and opportunities for creating a more accessible and inclusive Mundaring for everyone.

Families Focus Group

For parents, guardians and carers of children and young people in Mundaring.

This session will explore the needs and experiences of families across the Shire, including access to services, parks and recreation, community facilities, education, safety and family-friendly places. Participants will have the opportunity to share insights into what helps families thrive and what improvements could strengthen community life.

Young People Focus Group

For people who live, study, work or have a strong connection to Mundaring and fall within the nominated age range.

This session will explore the experiences, aspirations and priorities of younger people, including how they connect with their community, access services and facilities, participate in local life, and imagine the future of Mundaring. Participants will help identify opportunities to create places that support learning, recreation, wellbeing and belonging.

Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities Focus Group

For people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, or others with relevant lived experience, cultural knowledge or strong community connections.

This session will explore experiences of belonging, participation and inclusion within the community. Discussions will consider how cultural diversity enriches local identity, how people connect with services and community life, and what can be done to ensure that Mundaring is a welcoming and inclusive place for people from all backgrounds.

Important information

Expressions of Interest close one week before the event.

Places are limited and participants will be selected to ensure a diverse mix of perspectives and experiences. Successful applicants will be notified by email and asked to confirm their attendance via a link provided in their confirmation email.

Learn more

Future Mundaring is a long-term community conversation about the future of the place we live, work and play. To learn more about the journey, explore current projects and discover upcoming opportunities to get involved, visit the Future Mundaring website.