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Break O'Day Statistical Profile 2008

2008 Local Government Survey Results

This information is from a survey of municipal councils. The results express the opinions of the respondents in early 2008 and are presented un-edited.

  1. The industry that is expected to be the most important one in two to five years:
    • Forestry
    • Tourism

  2. Industries with extended growth potential (industries which employ small numbers, but are expected to expand in 2-5 years):
    • Tourism

  3. Industries with limited growth potential (industries which employ large numbers, but are expected to diminish in 2-5 years):
    • No comment

  4. Current major employers in your local area:
    • Forestry Tasmania
    • Break O’Day Council
    • Super IGA St Helens
    • Chickenfeed St Helens
    • Fieldwicks

  5. Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
    • Water and sewerage reform

  6. Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
    • More developments on the coast may attract the establishment of new businesses

  7. Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
    • All trades: Engineers, horticulturalists, chemists, accountants, dental prosthetists, barristers& solicitors, planners, environmental health officers, building surveyors, marketing specialists, information technology.

  8. Contact:
    Name: Adam Wilson
    Position: Manager of Corporate Services
    Email: adam.wilson@bodc.tas.gov.au

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