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People shopping at Rundle Mall during Christmas season

Why you need to know about the community you’re planning for

Simone Alexander, LGIU Associate

  • 2nd May 2025
  • Australia
  • 10 mins read

This briefing focuses on the critical demographic variables for community planning – age, disability/vulnerability and language spoken. It outlines the key steps for creating a community profile to help guide the development of council programs, services, or strategies.

People shopping at Rundle Mall during Christmas season

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