Finalist - Shire of Murray Dwellingup is a small regional town in Western Australia undergoing transformational change that is driving economic recovery within the town , Shire of Murray and Peel Region . identifies opportunities to support the development of existing businesses and attract new investment . The region ’ s three aspiration goals - Bigger , Bolder and Brighter - are regional goals , and require a unified and collaborative approach by # TeamMoretonBay to achieve the outcomes . This strategy also features a unique and impressive measurement framework . points of difference , to a high value market . New Move incentivises highly skilled people to relocate to the city and share knowledge with the community .
Partnering with the Shire of Murray , the community set about visioning a new prosperous future , to become WA ’ s Premier Trails Town . This future was highly ambitious , would require considerable expertise , significant resources and unprecedented collaboration and partnerships . The resultant economic outcomes being realised in Dwellingup demonstrate what can be achieved with a shared vision and real collaboration across all levels of government , the private sector and community .
https :// www . moretonbay . qld . gov . au / Services / Business-Investment / REDS
CATEGORY 2 . ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MARKETING AND PROMOTION Marketing and promotion is a vital skill for many economic development practitioners . This award focusses from the planning stage through to implementation stage . It is not influenced by the size or budget of a campaign but the effectiveness of the methods and approach adopted .
Successful applicants who relocate receive a $ 10,000 grant , access to co-working spaces and valuable networks . They then become city ambassadors , helping to develop local skills and playing an important role in supporting growth and diversity of the city ’ s economy .
New Move is showcasing the city of Newcastle as an economic hub driven by innovation and skills , supported by a vibrant and eclectic culture with modern infrastructure .
:// movetonewcastle . com . au / https :// dwellingup . destinationmurray . com . au / visitor-services / contact-us /
WINNER - Moreton Bay Regional Council Development and delivery of the Regional Economic Development Strategy was a first 100-day election commitment by Mayor Peter Flannery in April 2020 . The strategy
Finalist - The City of Newcastle “ The New Move Program ” City of Newcastle was facing population challenges and the loss of skilled young professionals . New Move is a novel approach to addressing those challenges and capitalising on disrupted work patterns due to COVID-19 to generate a knowledge and economic boost by promoting the city ’ s innovation ecosystem and lifestyle
Finalist - Wellington Shire Council “ The Middle of Everywhere ” 2020 presented a year of challenge and adversity across Australia , particularly for the Wellington region in Victoria . Devastating bushfires in 2019 followed years of drought , coupled with lengthy COVID restrictions have provided sustained and significant hardship for this community .
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