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Our Commitment

A MESSAGE FROM OUR MAYORS

Albury and Wodonga have always shared more than a border. Our two cities are deeply connected — through our people, infrastructure, services, and the many challenges and opportunities we face together.

With the signing of the Two Cities One Community agreement, we reaffirm our long-standing commitment to working side-by-side to deliver better outcomes for our communities. This renewed partnership reflects a shared ambition to shape a stronger, more sustainable future for the Albury-Wodonga region.

We know that collaboration leads to better planning, more efficient use of resources and stronger advocacy. By aligning our efforts around common goals — under the pillars of Leadership, Economy, Environment and Community — we are taking a coordinated, strategic approach to the issues that matter most to our residents.

This agreement sets out a clear framework for action. It supports joint planning, shared investment in infrastructure, and united advocacy to state and federal governments. It also ensures our councils remain transparent and accountable, with regular reporting to our communities.

Importantly, it respects the unique character of each city while recognising the advantages of acting as one community on regional issues.

We are proud to lead this next chapter in the Albury-Wodonga partnership — a practical and forward-looking commitment to building a region that is liveable, resilient and well-prepared for the future.

Cr Kevin Mack

Cr Kevin Mack
Albury Mayor

Cr Michael Gobel

Cr Michael Gobel
Wodonga Mayor

Partnership
Agreement
Objectives


Our two councils, through an historic partnership agreement, have pledged to work more closely together to plan, grow and develop the region. We’ve agreed to work cooperatively to deliver the Two Cities One Community mission.

 

1. Drive the achievement of community aspirations and ambitions as identified in Albury 2050 and Wodonga 2033 Community Strategic Plans.

   

 2. Adopt a holistic and innovative approach to regional planning and strategy to deliver value for money outcomes through a co-operative approach to design, funding and implementation of major infrastructure and facilities.
   

 3. Advocate to all levels of government and partner with key stakeholders to benefit the local economy and the Albury Wodonga lifestyle.
   

  4. Engage and consult our community to be well informed in our decision making.
   

 5. Unlock productivity improvements through effective cross border issue resolution.