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Kingborough Statistical Profile

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.

Kingborough

  1. The industry that is expected to be the most important one in two to five years:
    • Building
    • Aquaculture
    • Boat Building
    • Extractive (Quarrying)

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

  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:
    • Vodafone
    • Aquatas
    • Local Council
    • HBMI

  5. Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
    • Kingston by-pass
    • Development of Kingston central area
    • Continual expansion of aquaculture
    • Changes to the building sector
    • Relocation of call centres

  6. Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
    • Development of Kingston Central area
    • Relocation of Government offices
    • Release of the Huntingfield Estate for further housing

  7. Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
    • Technical and engineering
    • Tradespeople

  8. Contact:
    Name: Rod Palethorpe
    Position: Director Corporate Governance
    Phone: (03) 6211 8222
    Fax: (03) 6211 8211
    Email: rpalethorpe@kinborough.tas.gov.au

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