Murray Now

An innovative, strategic and independent not-for-profit organisation has recently been formed in Echuca Moama. The Committee for Echuca Moama (C4EM) aims to bring together the district’s key decision-makers to work closely with business, community agencies and all three levels of government to support the economic and social development of the Echuca Moama district and region.

With the recent creation of the committee, it has become the 31st committee in Australia to create such an opportunity for communities and business alike. The model has shown to be successful in regional centres throughout Victoria such as Ballarat, Geelong and more recently in Portland. The 15 member board has been appointed and will now implement the Strategic Planning process to act as a guide to growing the organisation and district over the next three years.

Some smaller committees and regional communities have difficulty in engaging with Local/State and Federal Governments and the Committee for Echuca Moama hopes to break down these barriers. With many projects and opportunities available, it makes common sense to have a centralised organisation which aims to support the economic and social development of the Echuca Moama district.

But it is a fact that C4EM cannot be sustained without the continued membership contributions of various businesses throughout the community. Jim Cosgiff, Chair of C4EM said “C4EM welcomes key decision makers, investors and individuals with a desire to act strategically in the long term interests of our district. We would like to encourage representatives from all industry sectors, including non government organisations, corporate, businesses and individuals.” he added.

Jane Bowden and James Arrowsmith from Pacdon Park

C4EM now has the support of over thirty members and welcomes other interested parties to come on board. Experience elsewhere shows that ‘Committees for’ draw highly influential members and organisations to the table to achieve shared visions and goals.

Both Murray and Campaspe Shires along with Echuca Regional Health, Moama RSL, Moama Bowling Club and Rich River Golf Club have put their support behind the Committee.

For more information please email Jim Cosgriff