THE STANDARD
Independent
Governance. Stronger Communities
Tier One Area is an independent certification scheme that recognises neighbourhoods taking a proactive approach to safety, community wellbeing and the quality of their surroundings.
Independent
oversight for
neighbourhoods
that make
a difference.
OUR PURPOSE
RECOGNISE
Neighbourhoods that take a proactive approach to safety, community wellbeing and the quality of their surroundings.
ENCOURAGE
Collaboration and investment in stronger, more connected communities.
SUPPORT
Long-term improvements that create places where people are proud to live.
THE ROLE OF THE GOVERNANCE PANEL
Experience. Independence.
Lasting Impact.
The Tier One Area Governance Panel provides independent oversight of the certification process. The panel brings together senior professionals with experience across the built environment, community leadership, public service and safety.
Their role is to ensure that certification is awarded consistently, fairly and in line with the established standard, maintaining the integrity and long-term credibility of Tier One Area.
Independent Judgement
Decisions are made independently, free from commercial influence.
Credibility and Integrity
A panel of respected professionals with relevant expertise and proven experience.
Consistent Standards
Applications are assessed against defined requirements.
Long-Term Oversight
Ongoing review to ensure standards continue to be met.
PANEL BACKGROUND
A Balanced Range
of Expertise
The panel is composed of individuals with senior experience in areas relevant to the standard, including:
The built environment and property.
Community leadership and civic life.
Public service and policy.
Community safety and neighbourhood resilience.
Local government and place-making.
Full details of panel members will be published as they are appointed.
PANEL ROLES
Independent Chair
Senior leadership experience, with a background in governance, public policy or the built environment.
Panel Member
Civic leadership, community engagement or public service experience.
Panel Member
Community safety, security or public protection experience.
Panel Member
Property, development, urban planning or neighbourhood investment experience.
APPLICATION WINDOWS
A Considered and
Selective Process
To maintain the quality and credibility of the designation, Tier One Area operates two application windows each year.
SPRING WINDOW
1 MARCH – 30 APRIL
Applications reviewed and decisions announced by 31 July.
AUTUMN WINDOW
1 SEPTEMBER – 31 OCTOBER
Applications reviewed and decisions announced by 31 January.
GET INVOLVED
Help Shape a Safer, Stronger Future.
We welcome expressions of interest from individuals who share our commitment to stronger, safer and more connected communities. If you have relevant experience and would like to be considered for the Tier One Area Governance Panel, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Recognising communities today.
Building stronger places for
tomorrow.
Recognising communities today.
Building stronger places for
tomorrow.
THE STANDARD
Independent
Governance.
Stronger Communities
Tier One Area is an independent certification scheme that recognises neighbourhoods taking a proactive approach to safety, community wellbeing and the quality of their surroundings.
Independent
oversight for
neighbourhoods
that make
a difference.
OUR PURPOSE
RECOGNISE
Neighbourhoods that take a proactive approach to safety, community wellbeing and the quality of their surroundings.
ENCOURAGE
Collaboration and investment in stronger, more connected communities.
SUPPORT
Long-term improvements that create places where people are proud to live.
THE ROLE OF THE GOVERNANCE PANEL
Experience. Independence.
Lasting Impact.
The Tier One Area Governance Panel provides independent oversight of the certification process. The panel brings together senior professionals with experience across the built environment, community leadership, public service and safety.
Their role is to ensure that certification is awarded consistently, fairly and in line with the established standard, maintaining the integrity and long-term credibility of Tier One Area.
Independent Judgement
Decisions are made independently, free from commercial influence.
Credibility and Integrity
A panel of respected professionals with relevant expertise and proven experience.
Consistent Standards
Applications are assessed against defined requirements.
Long-Term Oversight
Ongoing review to ensure standards continue to be met.
PANEL BACKGROUND
A Balanced Range of Expertise
The panel is composed of individuals with senior experience in areas relevant to the standard, including:
The built environment and property.
Public service and policy.
Local government and place-making.
Community leadership and civic life.
Community safety and neighbourhood resilience.
Full details of panel members will be published as they are appointed.
PANEL ROLES
Independent Chair
Senior leadership experience, with a background in governance, public policy or the built environment.
Panel Member
Civic leadership, community engagement or public service experience.
Panel Member
Community safety, security or public protection experience.
Panel Member
Property, development, urban planning or neighbourhood investment experience.
APPLICATION WINDOWS
A Considered and Selective Process
To maintain the quality and credibility of the designation, Tier One Area operates two application windows each year.
SPRING WINDOW
1 MARCH – 30 APRIL
Applications reviewed and decisions announced by 31 July.
AUTUMN WINDOW
1 SEPTEMBER – 31 OCTOBER
Applications reviewed and decisions announced by 31 January.
GET INVOLVED
Help Shape a Safer, Stronger Future.
We welcome expressions of interest from individuals who share our commitment to stronger, safer and more connected communities. If you have relevant experience and would like to be considered for the Tier One Area Governance Panel, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Recognising communities today.
Building stronger places for
tomorrow.
THE STANDARD
Independent
Governance.
Stronger Communities
Tier One Area is an independent certification scheme that recognises neighbourhoods taking a proactive approach to safety, community wellbeing and the quality of their surroundings.
Independent
oversight for
neighbourhoods
that make
a difference.
OUR PURPOSE
RECOGNISE
Neighbourhoods that take a proactive approach to safety, community wellbeing and the quality of their surroundings.
ENCOURAGE
Collaboration and investment in stronger, more connected communities.
SUPPORT
Long-term improvements that create places where people are proud to live.
THE ROLE OF THE GOVERNANCE PANEL
Experience. Independence.
Lasting Impact.
The Tier One Area Governance Panel provides independent oversight of the certification process. The panel brings together senior professionals with experience across the built environment, community leadership, public service and safety.
Their role is to ensure that certification is awarded consistently, fairly and in line with the established standard, maintaining the integrity and long-term credibility of Tier One Area.
Independent Judgement
Decisions are made independently, free from commercial influence.
Credibility and Integrity
A panel of respected professionals with relevant expertise and proven experience.
Consistent Standards
Applications are assessed against defined requirements.
Long-Term Oversight
Ongoing review to ensure standards continue to be met.
PANEL BACKGROUND
A Balanced Range
of Expertise
The panel is composed of individuals with senior experience in areas relevant to the standard, including:
The built environment and property.
Community leadership and civic life.
Public service and policy.
Community safety and neighbourhood resilience.
Local government and place-making.
Full details of panel members will be published as they are appointed.
PANEL ROLES (EXAMPLE STRUCTURE)
Independent Chair
Senior leadership experience, with a background in governance, public policy or the built environment.
Panel Member
Civic leadership, community engagement or public service experience.
Panel Member
Community safety, security or public protection experience.
Panel Member
Property, development, urban planning or neighbourhood investment experience.
APPLICATION WINDOWS
A Considered and
Selective Process
To maintain the quality and credibility of the designation, Tier One Area operates two application windows each year.
SPRING WINDOW
1 MARCH – 30 APRIL
Applications reviewed and decisions announced by 31 July.
AUTUMN WINDOW
1 SEPTEMBER – 31 OCTOBER
Applications reviewed and decisions announced by 31 January.
GET INVOLVED
Help Shape a Safer, Stronger Future.
We welcome expressions of interest from individuals who share our commitment to stronger, safer and more connected communities. If you have relevant experience and would like to be considered for the Tier One Area Governance Panel, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Recognising communities today.
Building stronger places for
tomorrow.