The Cradle Coast Authority (CCA) focuses on strategic services to enhance financial performance, culture, and planning. Externally, CCA pursues funding, partnerships, and opportunities to benefit the business, the region, and Member Councils. Key activities include advocating for Councils, implementing shared services, promoting local government careers, and increasing organisational performance.
CCA’s shared services approach involves coordination, encouragement, and professional service delivery. The Shared Services Strategy emphasises quick-wins and collective action to build trust and capability for more complex solutions. CCA leads specific initiatives and supports Councils in progressing others, ensuring innovative approaches to meet public expectations and economic realities.
In addition to shared services, CCA offers professional services to Member Councils, such as audit panels, internal audits, business and strategic planning, and workforce planning. Recent initiatives include a telecommunications review, Microsoft Office 365 licensing savings, energy and water cost management, and workforce planning. The Local Government Networking Programme promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing among local government professionals, enhancing organisational culture and strengthening regional local government.