As one of the fastest-growing regions in NSW, collaborating with business, government and community stakeholders is vital to a thriving, resilient and connected economy.

We welcome your feedback on the Draft Economic Development Strategy 2025-35 to help shape a future that reflects your needs and ambitions.

The strategy responds to the challenges of: a rapidly growing and ageing population; significant workforce pressures; housing and infrastructure demands and; reliance on population-serving sectors. It also highlights opportunities to: strengthen high-value and export-oriented industries; improve workforce readiness and; reduce economic leakage through local supply chain development.

Where we want to be by 2035

Where we are now

Read about our current region's demographics, employment, industries and local economy here - Our Community and Our Economy - or under Related Documents (to the right).

Strategic planning now will help future-proof the region and maintain quality of life for all residents.