Port of Hastings | Community Liaison Group | Expression of Interest Form Survey

The Port of Hastings is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from community-minded individuals and local organisation representatives to join our newly formed Community Liaison Group (CLG).

The Community Liaison Group is a participatory forum to learn more about the Port of Hastings operations, and assist us with connecting and engaging with community.

Please note that the CLG is distinct from the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal Community Reference Group (CRG), which will continue as the dedicated forum for the VRET project.

Who we're looking for:

We are looking for proactive residents, business owners, and community leaders who are keen to participate and engage with our port.

Applicants who express interest in joining the CLG will need to demonstrate in their application:

Representation: Ability to represent a specific local community, local organisation, agency or represent on behalf of themselves (such as a local resident)
Commitment to the Code of Conduct: Agreement to participate in the CLG in an ethical, constructive and respectful manner
No Conflict of Interest: Have no known or potential conflicts of interest that would undermine the group or individuals’ integrity as a member of the CLG
Availability: Demonstrate availability and intend to attend scheduled meetings (bi-annual) where able
Be Local: Members must be Victorian based, and demonstrate a clear connection either geographical or other to the local area

In addition, the Port welcomes and encourages a diversity of perspective and interests, and will seek to establish a strong cross-section of the community, this could include but is not limited to:

Business: Commerce, local traders and industry bodies
Education: Primary, secondary and tertiary education
Environmental: Scientific, land care, action, research and advocacy bodies
Government Agencies: Local and state government
Local Industries: Fishing, boating and manufacturing
Maritime: Port agencies, local maritime enthusiasts, historic / policy interest groups
Residents: Local stakeholder in proximity to PoHC assets or representatives from resident groups
Special interest: Hobby, volunteer or interest groups

For more information, you can read the full Terms of Reference here.

1.Contact details(Required.)

Full name

Representing organisation (if applicable)

Address

Phone

Eligibility and Connection

2.I am a resident of Victoria

Yes

3.Describe your geographical, personal or professional connection to the Hastings or broader Western Port area?

4.If you are representing an organisation, please provide the name and a description of the organisation, and your role within it. (If you are representing yourself, leave blank)

5.What is your interest in being considered for the CLG?

6.Do you have any known or potential conflicts of interest to declare? (E.g Contractor for PoHC, Commercial or Vested Interest in Port Operations)

Yes (please specify)

7.Please confirm you have read the proposed Terms of Reference(Required.)

I accept

9.Would you require any of the below special assistances to participate in the CLG?(Required.)

Wheelchair or other mobility support

Spoken language interpreter

Sign language interpreter

Dietary requirements

Assisting technology (such as screen reader or visual impairment support)

Accompaniment of a caregiver at meetings

None of the above

Other (please specify)

10.If you answered 'Yes' to any of the special assistance needs, please provide any relevant information as needed.

11.Is there anything else you’d like to share or flag as part of your CLG expression of interest?

Port of Hastings | Community Liaison Group | Expression of Interest Form

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