Long Term Financial Plan 2026 - 2035

Public exhibition of the Long Term Financial Plan is now completed. Thank you for participating and providing your feedback.



About the Project

Council has prepared a comprehensive revision of its LongTerm Financial Plan (LTFP).

The revised LTFP provides a contemporary 10-year forecast incorporating updated economic conditions, new asset management information, reprioritised capital works, population growth forecasts, and an extensive program of efficiency measures.

The updated LTFP is a key component of our financial sustainability journey and responds to:

  • Persistent structural deficits
  • Escalating infrastructure to renewal demands, especially for roads, stormwater and bridges;
  • The latest Asset Management Strategy (AMS) and Asset Management Plans (AMPs);
  • Increased depreciation following asset revaluations;
  • High labour, materials and construction cost inflation;
  • Reduced predictability of capital grants;
  • Rapid population growth and newly dedicated infrastructure;
  • Community expectations for improvements in road condition and maintenance.


Important Documents

Read the Long Term Financial Plan here

Read the Frequently Asked Questions here


How to make a submission

Submissions on the Annual Financial Statements opened on Friday 21 November and may be lodged up until 5.00pm on Friday 19 December 2025.

You can make a submission using the online form located below or by clicking this link.

You can also provide feedback by:

  • Email: council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au;
  • In person: over the counter at Cessnock City Council Administration building: 62-78 Vincent St, Cessnock NSW 2325
  • Mail: PO Box 152, CESSNOCK NSW 2325

Please ensure the subject heading includes 'Long Term Financial Plan'.



Public exhibition of the Long Term Financial Plan is now completed. Thank you for participating and providing your feedback.



About the Project

Council has prepared a comprehensive revision of its LongTerm Financial Plan (LTFP).

The revised LTFP provides a contemporary 10-year forecast incorporating updated economic conditions, new asset management information, reprioritised capital works, population growth forecasts, and an extensive program of efficiency measures.

The updated LTFP is a key component of our financial sustainability journey and responds to:

  • Persistent structural deficits
  • Escalating infrastructure to renewal demands, especially for roads, stormwater and bridges;
  • The latest Asset Management Strategy (AMS) and Asset Management Plans (AMPs);
  • Increased depreciation following asset revaluations;
  • High labour, materials and construction cost inflation;
  • Reduced predictability of capital grants;
  • Rapid population growth and newly dedicated infrastructure;
  • Community expectations for improvements in road condition and maintenance.


Important Documents

Read the Long Term Financial Plan here

Read the Frequently Asked Questions here


How to make a submission

Submissions on the Annual Financial Statements opened on Friday 21 November and may be lodged up until 5.00pm on Friday 19 December 2025.

You can make a submission using the online form located below or by clicking this link.

You can also provide feedback by:

  • Email: council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au;
  • In person: over the counter at Cessnock City Council Administration building: 62-78 Vincent St, Cessnock NSW 2325
  • Mail: PO Box 152, CESSNOCK NSW 2325

Please ensure the subject heading includes 'Long Term Financial Plan'.



  • Closed: The survey will open for submissions following the November Council meeting.

    Long Term Financial Plan 2025 - 2036

    All formal submissions must include your full name, phone number and postal address, and an email address if you have one.

    If your submission is an objection to a proposal, your reasons should be clearly provided. Make sure that you keep your letter relevant to the specific proposal.

Page last updated: 22 Dec 2025, 12:21 PM