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Latrobe 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.

Latrobe

  1. The industry that is expected to be the most important one in two to five years:
    • Health
    • Tourism
    • Agriculture (production and value adding)

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

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

  4. Current major employers in your local area:
    • Mersey Community Hospital
    • Australian Paper
    • Glaxo Smith Kline
    • Fieldwicks
    • House of Anvers
    • Nichols Poultry

  5. Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
    • Future of Mersey Community Hospital
    • Strategic planning adoption for Latrobe and Port Sorell
    • Industrial land development
    • Water and sewerage reform

  6. Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
    • Industrial land availability – fully serviced
    • Hydroponics/agricultural initiatives
    • Devonport Airport
    • Fastest growth municipality in Tasmania
    • Tourism – nature based opportunities and branding (Devonport and Cradle Country)
    • Aquaculture

  7. Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
    • Health
    • Mentors

  8. Contact:
    Name: Mr Gerald Monson
    Position: General Manager
    Phone: (03) 6421 4650
    Fax: (03) 6426 2121
    Email: geraldm@latrobe.tas.gov.au

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