When I stepped back from Council, I did so with clarity and optimism — not just about where our cities were headed, but about the role planning could play in shaping our future. For over two decades, I’ve worked at the intersection of planning, politics, and community, as a mayor, consultant, and researcher. I’ve seen the power of good planning to create liveable, inclusive, future-ready places. I’ve also seen how easily it can be derailed by short-term thinking — and how costly that can be for clients, communities, and councils alike. Greiss Planning exists to bring clarity, rigour, and steady leadership to the approvals process, so good projects can move forward with confidence.
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This article reports on the 2024 Mayor’s Charity Gala Dinner hosted by Mayor George Greiss, which raised $41,677 to support a new youth-focused program delivered by Humanity Matters. More than 200 people attended the Vegas-themed event at Ottimo House, with funds directed to “Feet on the Street” — a program designed to create arts and sports opportunities for highly marginalised young people and connect them with specialist youth workers. The piece frames the fundraiser as a practical investment in social infrastructure: supporting young people through engagement, mentoring and pathways into services.
Mayor Greiss is quoted emphasising the importance of youth support as Campbelltown grows, noting the scale of the local youth population and the role of targeted programs for those struggling with mental health or disconnection from mainstream support. The article also acknowledges the sponsors who backed the event, reinforcing it as a community-wide effort involving local business and civic leadership. Overall, it presents a positive example of place leadership that links community generosity to tangible local outcomes.
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