Maranguka Community Survey 2026

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We want to hear from you.

What matters most to you? What is important for our community? What will help keep our kids safe, smart and strong in Bourke?

Maranguka is a community-led organisation guided by the Bourke Tribal Council. It brings local people, services and organisations together to support better outcomes for children, young people and families in Bourke.

At last year’s Bourke Show, many community members shared their ideas through our survey. We used that feedback to help create our new Strategic Plan, which guides the work Maranguka is doing now and into the future.

Now we want to hear from you again.

We want to know:

  • what is working well
  • what needs to improve
  • what areas we should focus on next

Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. Your feedback will help us understand community priorities and plan the right activities for the future.

Thank you.

    1. About You (all fields are mandatory unless noted)

    Your name

    Your organisation (optional)

    Mobile number (we will send the free admission ticket to this number)

    Email or preferred contact details (optional)

    Age bracket (to understand perspective across generations)

    Whether the respondent lives in Bourke full time, part time, or works in the community

    2. Thinking about our community and its kids, what matters most to you?

    (Select as many as you like)

    Child safetyBuilt environments / infrastructureCultural awareness and learningDisability supportsEducation and learning (children and young people)Employment and jobsEnvironment and land managementFamily & domestic violence supportsFinancial securityHealthHousingMental healthParenting & family supportsSelf determinationOther (please specify)

    3. From the list above in Question 2, what are the top 3 priorities the Bourke community needs to focus on right now?

    Priority 1

    Priority 2

    Priority 3

    4. What should Maranguka do about these priorities – what do you see is the solution?

    5. If we keep listening to the community and focusing on what matters most, what would success in Bourke look like in 12 months?

    (Tick all that apply)

    More affordable and suitable housingBetter access to health and disability servicesImproved learning outcomes for our young peopleMore employment and training opportunitiesMore support for families and childrenImproved household and community safetyImprovements to community infrastructure (like parks, roads, and buildings)Our community is more culturally aware and understandingOur environment and landscape is protectedOther (please specify)

    6. Community Priorities & Wellbeing

    a. I feel confident that the Bourke community is moving in the right direction.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. Children and young people in Bourke have access to the support they need.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    c. Families in our community feel safe and supported.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    d. There are enough opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and succeed.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    e. Our community has the services it needs to support mental health and wellbeing.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    7. Barriers & Challenges

    a. The biggest challenges facing our community are being addressed effectively.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. It is easy for community members to access the services they need.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    c. Communication between services, organisations, and community members is strong.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    8. Community Strengths & Engagement

    a. People in Bourke work well together to solve problems.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. Cultural knowledge and identity are respected and supported in our community.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    c. I feel encouraged to participate in community decision making.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    9. Working Groups & Participation

    a. I understand the purpose of the community working groups.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. I believe the working groups are making a positive difference.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    c. I would feel comfortable participating in a working group.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    10. Child & Family Supports

    a. Parents and caregivers can easily find support when they need it.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. Services for children aged 0–5 years are meeting community needs.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    c. Services for young people aged 8–18 years are meeting community needs.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    11. Safety & Wellbeing

    a. I feel safe in my neighbourhood.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. Support for family and domestic violence is accessible and effective.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    12. Housing & Financial Security

    a. Housing in Bourke is safe, stable, and affordable.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. People in the community have access to stable employment.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    13. Self Determination & Culture

    a. Community voices are listened to in decision making.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

    b. Cultural learning opportunities are available and valued.

    Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agree

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