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Sorell 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.

Sorell

  1. The industry that is expected to be the most important one in two to five years:
    • Retail and Services

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

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

  4. Current major employers in your local area:
    • Retail
    • Government
    • Agriculture/Aquaculture
    • Manufacturing/Processing
    • Property and professional services

  5. Events which may affect the future shape of the local area economy:
    • Increased population
    • New services to be introduced
    • Expanding regional activities ie: Cambridge Airport and DFO

  6. Opportunities which exist in the local area which could encourage the establishment of new businesses:
    • Availability of labour
    • Improved access to accommodation

  7. Shortages of skills/occupations in your area.
    • Hospitality
    • Retail
    • Seasonal labour in tourism and agriculture

  8. Contact:
    Name: Malcolm Lovell
    Position: Economic Development
    Phone: 0408 24 77 11
    Email: malcolm.lovell@sorell.tas.gov.au

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