Circular Head 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.
Circular Head
- The industry that is expected to be the most important one in two to five years:
- Dairy and beef cattle production
- Industries with extended growth potential (industries which employ small numbers, but are expected to expand in 2-5 years):
- Dairy industry
- Beef cattle industry
- Tourism
- Industries with limited growth potential (industries which employ large numbers, but are expected to diminish in 2-5 years):
- None are expected to diminish
- Current major employers in your local area:
- Murray Goulburn Classic Foods Pty Ltd
- McCain Foods (Australia) Pty Ltd
- Port Latta Pellet Plant (Iron ore - Australian Bulk Minerals)
- Greenham Tasmania Pty Ltd
- Gunns Limited
- Britton Bros Pty Ltd
- Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
- If rainfall decreases significantly this could have some impact on agricultural growth
- Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
- Generally, good rainfall and good road access. There could be opportunities for value adding
- Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
- There is evidence of increasing demand for apprentices and trainees but also evidence that the demand is unable to be fully satisfied
- Contact:
Name: Greg Winton
Position: General Manager
Phone: 6452 4800
Fax: 6452 4861
Email: gwinton@circularhead.tas.gov.au
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