https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au
Strategic priorities, major projects, procurement context, and consulting opportunity angles.
Region
Illawarra-Shoalhaven
LGA Type
Municipal
11 Manning Street, Kiama NSW 2533
Jane Stroud
Chief Executive Officer
Dave Boleyn
Head of IT Service Delivery
Kiama Municipal Council serves more than 22,000 residents across six coastal and hinterland towns including Kiama, Minnamurra, Kiama Downs, Jamberoo, Gerringong and Gerroa. The municipality is known for beaches, natural beauty and a strong community focus on liveable, vibrant and resilient settlements.
Community Strategic Plan
Community Strategic Plan 2025-2035
Delivery Program (4 yr)
Delivery Program & Operational Plan 2025-2029
Operational Plan (annual)
2025-2026 Operational Plan
Annual Report (most recent)
Annual Report 2024-25
Long-term Financial Plan
Not located
Workforce Management Strategy
Not located
Asset Management Plan
Strategic Asset Management Plan 2025-30
Healthy, vibrant lifestyle for community
Beautiful environment and natural conservation
Harmonious, connected and resilient communities
Sustainability and livability focus
Community infrastructure and service delivery
Effective governance and partnerships
Community Strategic Plan 2025-35 adoption (June 2025)
Local Strategic Planning Statement development
Strategic Asset Management Plan 2025-30 implementation
Community infrastructure planning
Environmental conservation programs
Integrated Planning and Reporting framework implementation
Community Strategic Plan 2025-35 adopted June 2025
2024-25 Annual Report published showing council progress
Strategic Asset Management Plan in development
Average 74,500 inbound emails per month managed
Average 1,539 phone calls monthly to main council number
Council procurement detail
Tenders portal
https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au
Procurement page
Not separately located
Buy local / supplier programs
Not identified
Where to monitor live opportunities
LGP — Open Tenders
Current LGP RFTs (panel refreshes)
Subscribe to the LGP newsletter; RFTs are usually open 4-6 weeks.
TenderLink
NSW council tenders + LGP RFTs
Free supplier registration. Set keyword alerts.
VendorPanel
Selected NSW council tenders + state government
Used by Blacktown and several Sydney councils.
NSW eTendering
NSW state government + selected councils
Some councils participate; useful for joint state/council projects.
LG Tenderbox
Council-specific portal for some councils
Smaller user base; check whether your target councils use it.
LGNSW Procurement
Industry news, RFTs, supplier opportunities
LGNSW is the peak body for NSW councils — useful for context and networking.
Office of Local Government NSW
Council policy, financial data, procurement guidance
Source of truth for thresholds and council compliance.
AusTender
Federal opportunities (some council relevance)
Useful when councils partner with Commonwealth-funded programs.
Council manages significant digital communications (74,500 emails/month) and customer service volumes. No comprehensive public ICT strategy identified; typical for municipal council of this size.
Coastal planning and environmental conservation
Community infrastructure and facilities planning
Local housing and settlement planning
Tourism and visitor economy development
Community engagement and participation