What is SHOROC?

SHOROC (the Shore Regional Organisation of Councils) is a cooperative group of councils on Sydney’s Northern Beaches representing Manly, Mosman, Pittwater and Warringah.

Our Vision

A strong co-operative group of councils taking a leading role on issues of regional significance.

Our Mission

To value the individuality of member Councils while co-operating to achieve a better deal for the community through networking, resource sharing and lobbying.

SHOROC was launched in August 1994 in the belief they had significant shared features that would provide more opportunities for information and resource sharing and joint servicing at a local level. The SHOROC Executive plays a strong role in presenting regional issues effectively to all levels of government.

SHOROC and our neighbouring NSROC continue to work collaboratively in advocating for improved infrastructure and services for residents in the greater Northern Sydney region.

The Organisation

SHOROC operates through a Board, made up of the four Mayors and four General Managers who meet at least quarterly. All member councils make an equal annual contribution to the operating costs of SHOROC and have equal voting rights.

The SHOROC Board is supported by a Management Committee, a Secretariat and a number of key working groups comprising cross council professional officers. SHOROC projects are diverse and divided between four portfolios – Planning, Environment, Community and Corporate.

We invite you to follow the progress of SHOROC projects through this website and encourage you to use the response form under Have Your Say, to provide additional ideas and information, or simply to ask questions.

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