Central Coast 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.
Central Coast
- The industry that is expected to be the most important one in two to five years:
- The agricultural industry is the most important industry in Central Coast and is likely to remain so even if the industry changes its focus and moves to more value-added agribusinesses
- Industries with extended growth potential (industries which employ small numbers, but are expected to expand in 2-5 years):
- Tourism
- Aged care
- Agri-tourism
- Agricultural cluster industries – Industries that service both the agricultural sector and the mining sector
- Industries with limited growth potential (industries which employ large numbers, but are expected to diminish in 2-5 years):
- Simplot remains a concern
- Current major employers in your local area:
- Simplot
- Van Ek Contracting
- Harvest Moon
- Perfecta Produce
- Ron Gee Enterprises
- Mader International
- Botanical Resources
- Eliza Purton Home for the Aged
- Mt St Vincent Nursing Home and Therapy Centre
- Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
- Agri-tourism
- Climate change, especially global warming may have an important effect on local agricultural businesses
- West Coast mining growth could also result in the take-up of more residential development. Central Coast is still regarded as a prime residential area because of its centrality in the North West
- Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
- Sound infrastructure with the capacity for growth
Availability of water
- Central location
- Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
- Health professionals
- Engineers
- Contact:
Name: Katherine Schaefer
Position: General Manager
Phone: (03) 6429 8900
Fax: (03) 6425 1224
Email: admin@centralcoast.tas.gov.au
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