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Kentish 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.

Kentish

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

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

  3. Industries with limited growth potential (industries which employ large numbers, but are expected to diminish in 2-5 years):
    • Agriculture and grazing

  4. Current major employers in your local area:
    • Australian Cement
    • Tandara aged care
    • Kentish Council
    • Trebor Transport
    • Hydro Tasmania
    • Forestry
    • Sheffield School

  5. Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
    • Growth of forest plantations
    • Good natural resource management practices
    • Reaction to climate change strategies

  6. Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
    • Mining exploration

  7. Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
    • Most Tradespeople

  8. Contact:
    Name: Darrin Cunningham
    Position: Community Development Manager
    Phone: (03) 6491 2500
    Fax: (03) 6491 1659
    Email: darrin@kentish.tas.gov.au

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