Reconciliation Action Plan
Through its strategies, services and initiatives, the council aims to improve the wellbeing and quality of life for the Onkaparinga community which includes taking active, tangible steps to embed reconciliation in all it does.
This relates to key goals identified in the City of Onkaparinga's Community Vision 2034 including:
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elevating respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture
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increasing the visibility of local cultures and identities
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pursuing equity across all community groups
"Together, we can build a more inclusive and just community; one with shared values and where reconciliation principles are evident in our mindset and hearts, driving our everyday actions." City of Onkaparinga Mayor, Moira Were.
What is a Reconciliation Action Plan?
A Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) provides a clear structure for the council to translate its commitments to reconciliation into practical, accountable actions that consider First Nations peoples’ needs and perspectives.
A RAP is primarily an internal plan that focuses on the council’s systems, decision-making, behaviours and culture through the lens of equity and inclusion.
RAPs are developed under a national framework led by Reconciliation Australia, built around four key pillars — Relationships, Respect, Opportunities and Governance. The framework sets clear standards while allowing flexibility for organisations to design actions that reflect local context.
The actions articulated in the council’s RAP have been shaped by the input and perspectives of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, staff and the broader Onkaparinga community.
Draft Innovate RAP 2026–2028
Council is currently developing its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2026–2028, building on the foundations established in our previous Reflect RAP.
The Innovate RAP moves beyond learning and commitment, focusing on implementation — embedding reconciliation into everyday practice across teams and services.
Community engagement will provide an opportunity to review proposed actions and share feedback on how reconciliation is delivered in practice.
Previous RAP: Reflect 2022–2024
Council’s Reflect RAP (2022–2024) focused on building relationships, increasing understanding and strengthening internal foundations for reconciliation.
You can read more here: City of Onkaparinga’s Reconciliation Action Plan: Reflect(PDF, 2MB)
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