Economic Development Australia Awards - council profiles
Category: Overall winner
Maroochy Council
Congratulations to Maroochy Council in winning the 2007 Economic Development Award for overall excellence.
Maroochy’s success in creating a remarkably successful marketing strategy that increased tourism revenues by more than 50 per cent has won it the applause of its local business community.
With one in five jobs in the local economy dependent on the tourist dollar, the Discover Maroochy campaign has exceeded all expectations and is a fine example of an important initiative in successfully working with the local business community.
Contact: David Hopper 07 5441 8276 Email: hopperd@maroochy.qld.gov.au
Category: Strategic
Winner Local Government Association of Queensland - Economic Development Guideline
In a fine example of productive collaboration, the Local Government Association of Queensland partnered with Queensland’s Department of State Development and Ergon energy to develop the Guideline for Incorporating Economic Development into Local Government Planning.
The practical and ground-breaking Guideline enables councils and regional development staff to understand the importance of sustainable economic development, and provides a process for identifying and integrating economic development into the council’s corporate plan.
The Guideline’s 10-step process takes issues and data into account, and includes appropriate KPIs. It also contains links to regional planning, tools and resources.
The Guideline is available in either an online version or in print.
One of the key aims is to better align local government activity with regional planning outcomes while at the same time guiding the development of all other council policies under the umbrella of the Corporate Plan. As such, it’s a significant driver of activities surrounding economic development.
Contact: Angela Quain 0400 764 862 Email: angela_quain@lgaq.asn.au
Brisbane City Council – Economic Development Plan 2006-2011
Accurate forecasting is an indispensable modeling tool to enable councils to predict trends in economic activity, population changes and employment. Several years ago, Brisbane City Council undertook a major study aimed at forecasting changes up until the year 2026.
The success of the study allowed the Council to develop with confidence its own Economic Development Plan for the years 2006 through to 2011 and the preparation of a Local Growth Management Strategy for Brisbane.
Last year, Brisbane Council was asked by the south east Queensland Council of Mayors and the Queensland Government to use its modeling and forecasting expertise to develop ‘smaller area’ forecasts for the south eastern region to the year 2026. 18 local councils were consulted for this study, which was able to generate detailed forecasts for industry, population and economic growth.
This was the first time that a detailed study of a region has been undertaken in Queensland and, as a capacity building exercise for the south eastern region, it has been a valuable tool for the participating councils, allowing a level of consistency in planning that had not been previously achieved.
Contact: David Jackson 07 3403 4117 Email: david.jackson@brisbane.qld.gov.au
Parramatta City Council - Economic Development Partnerships Plan
Two years ago, a review of economic development within the City of Parramatta highlighted the need to produce a strategy, which would guide future expenditure within the City’s economic development budget.
Over a period of six months, Parramatta’s Economic Development Team created the Economic Development Partnerships Plan, which drew on detailed discussions with local business groups.
The process of pulling together the Partnerships Plan unearthed strong interest among business in working more closely with the City. The preparation of the blueprint resulted in extensive collaboration with a number of industry partners.
The Partnerships Plan. is described as strategic, but also action-oriented. It is a document that is being progressively updated, to remain as a dynamic future-oriented guide to the future. Strategic partnerships have been strengthened and new partnerships forged..
Parramatta ’s Partnerships Plan has attracted strong interest from councils in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and New Zealand.
Contact: Mike Thomas 0434 077 358 Email: mthomas@parracity.nsw.gov.au
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Category: Promotion – Business Attraction
Winner Gold Coast City Council - Seamless Borders
The Gold Coast and Tweed regions are joined together as a popular and busy tourist region, yet they are also separated by that invisible line- the NSW Queensland border.
For many small businesses, including home-based businesses in the broader region, the presence of the border and what that means in terms of differing local laws and requirements, adds up to a major irritation for those whose market takes them across the state divide.
Gold Coast City Council’s Regional Economic Development Advisory Board identified the need to address this issue, resulting in the formation of a Cross Border Working Party, which identified a list of border issues affecting business and economic development in the Tweed and Gold Coast regions.
Utilising the Federal Government’s RRIF funding program, the Seamless Borders project led to the creation of a web portal to lessen the impact by removing duplication and reducing the burden shouldered by business.
The portal displays informative content on compliance, licensing and guidance tools, all packaged and available on the one handy site. It is estimated to have saved small business $6 million in the first year.
It has strengthened ties and communication between the Gold coast and Tweed Councils, between local industries associations and state government agencies. And has set the stage for more collaborative efforts in future that will underpin continued economic development.
Contact: Diana Dixon 0404 892 076 Email: ddixon@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Adelaide Plains Marketing Inc
Located 40 kilometres north of Adelaide, it can fairly be said that the Adelaide Plains region is now officially on the investment radar.
The decision to bring together federal, state and local governments, under the umbrella of Adelaide Plains Marketing Inc, was born out of a realisation that the region was economically on a downward path despite its vigorous agricultural sector and past successes in attracting substantial businesses.
The aim was to revive the region, rejuvenate investment, and win Adelaide Plains the recognition that it needed. Developed in 2005, the plan aimed to stimulate public sector spending, boost private investment, and build up tourism and residential developments.
Proving that where there’s a will, there’s a way, the past two years has resulted in a transformation of the region as an investment magnet with an inflow of more than two billion dollars, completely vindicating the work of the councils that joined forced to create Adelaide Plains Marketing Inc.
Marketing initiatives included a promotional DVD, a new website, newsletters and various tourist brochures. Each pointed out the benefits of doing business in the region, of building houses, of relocating or simply visiting.
Contact: Simon Milcock 0428 543 053 Email: simon.milcock@state.sa.gov.au
Pine Rivers - Case study of CSR Insulation Plant
Situated on the north boundary of Brisbane, Pine Rivers Shire Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing local government areas.
Early this year CSR building products contacted Pine River’s Business Facilitation Unit to discuss their plans for a $50 million fibreglass insulation plant that was expected to employ around 70 workers.
After assessing the proposed investment, it was decided that the fiberglass factory did fit into the council's strategic economic development plan. The fiberglass plant would have a low carbon footprint by using recycled inputs, it would create employment, and it would produce an end-product that resulted in CO2 savings.
Council’s Business Facilitation Unit moved quickly to involve itself in winning the investment. It mapped out a project plan; met with elected members; and kept a constant dialogue going with senior managers in the council as well as development planners and legal teams to remove any bottlenecks from the approval process.
The Unit’s manager acted as the central point of reference for all the parties to smooth the information flow, and to ensure that CSR was able to quickly take advantage of a significant and time-sensitive market and investment opportunity. As a model, it has proved to be extremely successful for the council and for the company.
Contact: Scott Templeman 0439 751 352 scott.templeman@pinerivers.qld.gov.au
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Category: Promotion - publications
Winner Maroochy Council - www.discovermaroochy.com.au portfolio
Tourism has always been an engine of Maroochy Council’s local economy, so much so, that one in five jobs are linked to tourism and it pumps $432 million annually into the local economy.
Gven its importance, a decline in tourism numbers to the Sunshine Coast last year set off the alarm bells.
In partnership with regional tourist bodies and local tourism experts, the council embarked on a series of integrated marketing initiatives across a range of media including print and a website.
And the result? Tourism expenditure has jumped by an extra $225 million within a year, giving Maroochy an additional 7.1 per cent of the tourist dollar spend in Queensland - a remarkable achievement by any yardstick.
Among the printed tourism marketing material is the Life brochure, a comprehensive guide to Maroochy, and the Nature brochure, which highlights the diverse natural flora.
The brochures emphasise the great physical attractions of the region with some spectacular images, which colorfully illustrate the natural beauty of the wider area - including the highly appealing hinterland,
As an integrated marketing and promotional strategy the Discover Maroochy has worked remarkably well across both print and electronic media. With an extra $225 million being spent by tourists, the results speak for themselves
Contact: David Hopper 07 5441 8276 Email: hopperd@maroochy.qld.gov.au
Parramatta City Council - Special report Sydney Morning Herald
It’s not a widely known statistic that Parramatta can boast the sixth biggest CBD amongst Australian cities. The city has been expanding strongly with a 100 per cent growth in the property market since 1990 and with many businesses moving into its commercial district. More than half of Greater Western Sydney’s finance and insurance employment, for example, is concentrated within Parramatta ‘s CBD.
In spite of these impressive figures, Parramatta has struggled to shake off a negative social image in the media. Some time ago, council decided that it was time to go on the front foot and create an image of the city that was in keeping with the commercial reality.
A multi-faceted team from within the councils departments including economic development and tourism, joined forces to brainstorm the best means of changing perceptions about Parramatta, including its dynamic cultural and development opportunities.
The chosen medium for this makeover was the Sydney Morning Herald. The outcome was a special report in the Herald conveying opportunities to live, work, play, visit and invest. The supplement appeared in the popular Saturday section Spectrum, read by around two million people.
Although the all-up cost was $50,000, Parramatta Council managed to contain its own expenditure to just $2000 by encouraging local businesses to take up advertising opportunities in the special report. And it certainly seems to have done the trick – in the following year, visitors to Parramatta increased by 12 per cent and the website recorded a 44 per cent increase in visits.
Hume City Council - Economic Update magazine
Last year, Hume City Council produced a special 10-year anniversary edition of its flagship publication the Economic Update.
With a print run of 5500, and published every quarter, Economic Update was initially produced in newsletter format and was designed to fill the void in the availability of local statistical information.
Over time it became apparent that the Update could be used to highlight local opportunities and innovation to a wider audience.
With much strong investment in Hume city – located in Melbourne’s north – the Update has never been short of features about new and progressive developments. Coverage of these has also spurred greater regional interest among investors.
These days, fulfilling the role of Council branding strategy, the magazine targets key decision makers in government and business. Economic Update certainly has helped cement Hume City as the ‘place to do business.’
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Category: Promotion - Internet
Winner Maroochy Council - www.discovermaroochy.com.au
The determination by Maroochy Council to arrest the decline in tourism numbers – so important to its regional economy – resulted in a review of all its marketing and promotional materials.
In partnership with regional tourist bodies and local tourism experts, the council embarked on a series of marketing initiatives, with one of the key components being the development of a new website: www.discovermaroochy.com.au - and that has proven to be a winner..
The website lists natural flora and fauna attractions, accommodation, maps and events. It has provided a means for tourism operators to showcase their offerings to a much wider audience.
With tourism expenditure jumping by a remarkable extra $225 million within a year and giving Maroochy an additional 7.1 per cent of the tourist dollar spending in Queensland, the new website, together with other marketing materials, is obviously working like a charm.
Circular Head Council - eMarketing the Circular Head advantage
In far north-west Tasmania, the municipality of Circular Head is one of the island state’s largest but it is fair to say, relatively unknown compared with other destinations in Tasmania.
In May last year Circular Head Council’s new marketing communications program released its first regional and economic profile, highlighting its social, economic and natural advantages in a bid to attract investment. Soon after the council redeveloped its website to reflect its new forward looking agenda.
The redesign took into account research findings amongst local companies engaged in exporting. and was influenced by tourist surveys and tourist operators. Search engine optimisation was also factored in.
One outcome was that some of the tourist information has now been translated into six European and Asian languages to better promote the region to the international marketplace.
The website has become a dynamic tool to successfully promote the attractions of north-west Tasmania.
Contact: Lisa Nelson 0402 069 430 Email: lnelson@circularhead.tas.gov.au
Riverina East ROC - www.Startyourbusinesshere.com.au
The Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils comprises 13 councils and two water county councils located in the eastern Riverina region of New South Wales..
The REROC organization saw the need for a website-based mechanism to assist start-up and small businesses to identify the regional regulations and planning issues that they needed to comply with.
The website - startyourbusinesshere.com.au – was developed with funding under the Federal Governments RRIF fund and is designed to be a online, self-guided computer program.
Launched in April this year, one of the two main elements is the business-use interface. Users responding to a series of questions are provided with lists of all relevant regulations, plus relevant links and forms for no fewer than 112 different types of business.
Complementing this is the other major element - the Management Tool. This tool enables participants to input data that site visitors will need. The tool is described as “incredibly simple to use”, to make uploading of information a lot less daunting. The simplicity of use encourages participation, which benefits all users.
All programs can be downloaded free of charge and to date more than 1000 people have accessed the website.
Contact: Julie Briggs 0427 498 094 Email:jbriggs@wagga.net.au
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Category: Partnerships Award
Winner Shire of Derby/West Kimberley - Derby Flies High
The wild and spectacular Kimberley region has suffered – or benefited depending on your point of view – from being a very long way from major population centres – Perth to the south is some two thousand kilometres away.
With a population of just over 9000, the Shire of Derby/West Kimberly has long been concerned at the lack of air services to Derby, its main centre with about half the Shire’s total population.
Mining, pastoral activities and tourism are the primary drivers of the regional economy – an economy that has been growing strongly. But there was no doubt that the lack of connecting flights was holding back the town’s economy - and deterring new investment ventures and new residents.
Getting flights into the town was seen as the likely key driver of the continued growth of the shire and its economic prosperity. In 2004, Council hosted an Air Services Summit, and subsequently approached airlines while at the same time lobbying the WA Government for support.
Success followed two years later, in 2006, with the reinstatement of flights into Curtin airport, just 30 kilometres from Derby. A special partnership had been forged with OzJet Airlines.
The new service is revitalising the economy and boosting employment opportunities. The state government has subsequently announced plans for a new $92 million prison, a development that will be a further catalyst for economic activity in the Shire..
Contact: John Pearson 0429 911 436 Email: ceo@sdwk.wa.gov.au
Liverpool Plains Shire Council - Australian Railway Monument and Railway Journey Museum
Founded in the 1880s, Werris Creek was the first purpose-built railway town in NSW and ranks as the third largest railway station in the state.
But with the decline of the railways in the 1970s and the loss of jobs connected to the demise of the steam engine, Werris Creek, within the Liverpool Plains Shire Council region, entered into an economic downturn. It has been recently listed as one of the 40 most disadvantaged towns in New South Wales in terms of social and economic indicators.
But reinvigorating itself has meant cleverly reinventing the Werris Creek of yesteryear. The Australian Railway Monument, and the Railway Journey Museum in the heritage listed and restored station, is a central and dominant feature of the township.
Created in partnership over 11 years with the NSW Department of Commerce, Australia Museum, and Railcorp – and the work of many volunteers - the monument commemorates the many people who have lost their lives in railway accidents since 1850. The landscaped monument area features six large sculptures against the backdrop of an amphitheatre symbolising and acknowledging their suffering.
The interest generated by the museum and monument has led to a growth in tourism and the many associated economic spin-offs from that. So too, has improved community pride and morale been in evidence.
Contact: Neil McGarry 0427 455 163 Email: neil.mcgarry@lpsc.nsw.gov.au
Knox City Council - Waterford Valley land rehabilitation project
Home to more than 150-thousand residents, Knox City is located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and, thanks to the Council’s initiative in securing a private sector partnership for the Waterford Valley Land Rehabilitation Project, the City’s population is reaping a nice benefit.
Located at the foothills of the Dandenong ranges, the Waterford Valley development has transformed 140 acres of flood prone and generally degraded land into wetlands, a “championship standard” golf course, a retirement village, hostel accommodation, function and conference centre.
The council’s foresight in acquiring 25 separate titles to land in the valley over 30 years has paid off handsomely. The subsequent development, which is now the source of new rate revenue, was estimated to have cost the Knox ratepayers, not a penny.
To achieve the desired outcome, Council created six development titles; transferred some ownership in return for wetland, but retained ownership of the land housing the golf course.
Prior to the transformation the wasteland was a breeding ground for rabbits and foxes. Now indigenous flora and fauna have been reintroduced; land values have increased; new jobs have been created and the golfers, of course, are over the moon..
Contact: Grant Meyer 0438 566 389 Email: grant.meyer@knox.vic.gov.au
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Category: Innovation
Winner South East NSW Area Consultative Committee - Cruise Eden
At the southern end of the lush and scenic Sapphire Coast is the aptly named township of Eden.
Keen to showcase the wide number of local activities and attractions to a bigger international audience, the South East NSW Area Consultative Committee embarked on a strategy four years ago to secure cruise ships for Eden, working closely with Sapphire Coast Tourism.
Harnessing the cooperation of hundreds of local operators - including accommodation providers, tourist companies, cafes and restaurants, retailers, and chambers of commerce – a full and detailed tourist trail itinerary was drawn up. A promotional DVD and other marketing material was produced and circulated, targeting the operators of cruise ships.
The strategy has worked superbly. Now each year, several international and local cruse liners dock at the newly built Navy wharf at Twofold Bay in Eden. Passengers disembark to take in the scenery, and purchase fine foods, art and crafts and enjoy, the magic of Merimbula and the other coastal towns strung along the Sapphire Coast.
Tourism Manager of Sapphire Coast Tourism, Michelle Robinson, oversaw most the innovative project, which has generated significant economic and business development in the wider south coast region.
Contact: John Dedman 02 6492 5688 Email: eo@seacc.org.au
Adelaide Hills Council - Adelaide Hills Business and Tourism Centre
When the Onkaparinga Woollen Mills ceased operations at its Lobethal Mill in 1992, it not only closed the doors on 122 years of blanket manufacturing history, but also the jobs of the 130 people, mainly local residents.
With the enthusiastic partnership of the local population, Adelaide Hills Council formed the Onkaparinga Lobethal Mill Centre to drive the utilization of the Mill and fertilise the development of new businesses – all aimed at creating jobs and generating tourism dollars.
Under the ownership of the Adelaide Hills Council, the Mill has been transformed into an incubator for the development of craft, arts and associated businesses. with a focus on synergies in food, wine, tourism and light manufacturing.
Initially housing 17 businesses employing 80 people, in what has become known as the Adelaide Hills Business and Tourism Centre, there are now 34 businesses employing upwards of 130.
Adelaide Hills Council has introduced several initiatives in a bid to retain and enhance the heritage of the site and, in doing so, has gained support in the process from local community groups.
Contact: Peter Peppin 08 8408 0438 Email: mail@ahc.sa.gov.au
Baw Baw Shire - the Halal development project
100 kilometres southeast of Melbourne, the Shire of Baw Baw has become a major player in the development of Halal food exports from Australia,
The shire’s involvement began with discussions about the potential of Halal products involving an international airline and a local cheese company.
Having secured funding from the Victorian government for development of marketing materials, the Shire’s research revealed many local businesses were interested in further market investigation.
This in turn led to Baw Baw Shire exhibiting at last year’s Australia Halal Trade Show in Melbourne under the name ‘Baw Baw Country Halal’ with six local businesses showcasing their Halal products.
Meetings with Austrade, various state and federal government departments, including the Trade Department, have resulted in the Shire being recognised as a leader in Halal market development. Earlier this year, it participated in the Malaysian International Halal show, an event that also attracted other Victorian regions
Work is now in progress for businesses to attend the Gulf Foods 2008 Expo in Dubai and a Baw Baw Halal website is being created, along with a Victorian Halal marketing network. The market potential for Halal foods is justifiably recognized as being extremely significant.
Contact: Peter Kulich 03 5624 2538 Email: peter.kulich@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
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Category: Leadership - Elected
Winner Cr Paul Pisasale - City of Ipswich
Cr Paul Pisasale, the Mayor of Ipswich, has been nominated for the elected member leadership award for his determination in helping to transform a recessive local economy in the early 1990s into a far more expansive and sustainable economy through innovative global solutions.
At the time of being elected to council in 1991, he had already been deeply involved in economic development initiatives, having played a role in key economic projects and attracted significant government funding to the region, via his involvement with the Ipswich Regional Development Corporation (IRDC).
Upon being elected to council, he became a driving force in attracting information businesses, focusing on the knowledge-based economy. One of his early initiatives, in 1995, saw Ipswich became the first local authority internet provider. Cr Pisasale oversaw the distribution of internet modems and subscriptions to the 125 schools in the region.
This early adaptation enabled regional businesses to set themselves up on the global scale via ecommerce, which fostered development of partnerships locally and internationally.
In turn this has been pivotal in the City of Ipswich possessing some 43 per cent of the industrial land in south east Queensland. Through his strategic vision, Cr Paul Pisasale has help lay the foundations for a prosperous future for Ipswich.
Contact: Laurie Mundt 0419 656 712 Email: lmundt@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Cr Adem Atmaca - Hume City Council
Elected to Hume City Council in 2003, Cr Adem Atmaca became Mayor of Hume in the year 2005-2006 and this year he was selected by councilors to head the Economic Development portfolio.
In his four years at Hume City Council, Cr Atmaca has played an important role in supporting ongoing investment in the city, while strongly supporting initiatives to diversify the local economy.
His ability to work across cultures and to bring people together has been widely recognized and welcomed given that Hume is home to more than 11,000 businesses and with a resident population of more than 142,000 from 120 different countries.
As a member of the Hume Economic Development Committee, he sits on several committees aimed at stimulating further growth within the municipality.
Among the many projects he’s been involved in during his time as a Councillor are the Halal Food project in cooperation with the local Muslim community; and a new galvanising plant which will employ 50 jobs and inject $20 million into the local economy.
He also is a member of Hume’s Smart Growth Committee and with a strong background in information technology, he is negotiating for the development of an ICT incubator within the city.
Contact: Brett Luxford 03 9205 2355 Email: brettl@hume.vic.gov.au
Cr Lew Brennan - Noosa Council
On his election to Noosa Council in 1997, Cr Lew Brennan brought to the council a diverse background spanning construction; farming; small business, art and community development..
With his council portfolio of Business and Corporate Services, his main interests are economic development, business, youth and education. Commitments include chairing the Business and Corporate Services Committee, and sitting on the Expenditure Review Committee and the Central Queensland University Noosa Hub Board.
Despite his workload, Cr Brennan also finds time for the Noosa Economic Sector Board and chairs the Noosa Institute for Socio Economic Research.
In completing his Masters in Learning Management, Cr Brennan’s thesis was on Regionalised Education Initiatives His expertise has been recognized internationally and he was invited to address the AGM of the International Advancement of Socio Economics in Denmark
His active involvement in the restructure of the Noosa Council management team, has led to the formation of the Council’s Business Directorate and Economic Strategies and Innovations Unit.
Contact: Fiona Wilson 0414 752 361 Email: fwilson@noosa.qld.gov.au
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Category: Leadership - Employee
Winner David Penfold - Economic Development Manager, City of Salisbury
Described as an engineer of ideas, David Penfold works on economic development initiatives within the Strategic Planning Department at the City of Salisbury.
In nominating him, the City says that he has used his talents to effectively and creatively drive the economic development unit to deliver “outstanding outcomes” for the local economy. .
As an entrepreneur and investor prior to joining the City, David Penfold managed his own consulting practice for over 16 years particularly in the international trade field.. He has worked in numerous industry sectors and is a specialist in business planning, marketing, network/cluster development and export.
In his role as Economic Manager he has developed strategies and projects to deliver demonstrable economic benefits to the region. Creative thinking and his own private sector networks have been used to win funding support and create partnerships and collaboration between diverse multi-lateral agencies inside and outside the City.
Perhaps his greatest attribute, in the opinion of his colleagues, is his energy, his drive and his refusal to accept failure. He has won a reputation for digging away at a project, no matter how complex, until the end goal is achieved.
Contact: David Penfold 08 8406 8222 Email: dpenfold@salisbury.sa.gov.au
Sam Jackson - Economic Development Coordinator - Frankston City Council
As Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Frankston, Sam Jackson has worked on several major projects over the last 12 months, including Frankston Alive! - a partnership with Bayside Shopping Centre and the Frankston Business Chamber to revitalise Frankston City Centre.
Involved in that were several sub-projects including Visual Merchandising Training, Shop Front Awards, the Facade Improvement Program, Clean Up Days, newsletters, and the Frankston Alive! Business Calendar which included a photographic and design competition with local TAFE students.
She has been actively with Women Connect, the women's networking opportunity for businesswomen in the greater Frankston region. Her vision and energy can be seen in the development and refinement of the City’s Economic Development Strategy, as well as the development of the Kerbside Trading Policy.
In nominating her, the City stated that she had “ been able to move Economic Development on to a more sustainable footing by developing and implementing a number of innovative programs.”
She is actively involved with the Frankston Business Chamber - the highly regarded peak regional business body for the greater Frankston region.
Contact: Ossie Martinz 03 9784 1804 Email: ossie.martinz@frankston.vic.gov.au
Scott Templeman - Manager, Business Facilitation, Pine Rivers Shire Council
Scott Templeman came to the role of Manager Business Facilitation with Pine Rivers Shire Council, equipped with more than ten years of experience in business, industry and economic development.
In the past year, he has taken on a leadership role in economic development and business facilitation, initially with the Local Government Association of Queensland, and then with Pine Rivers Shire Council as Manager of Business Facilitation.
Scott headed up the project that developed the Guideline for Incorporating Economic Development into Local Government Planning. The significance of the Guideline has led to it being widely recognized as a very important contribution to the integration of strategic and economic planning.
At Pine Rivers Shire, Scott has demonstrated strong leadership skills and creativity by helping deliver $108 million of new investment and 180 new jobs in just nine months.
He has produced an investment attraction document for council and has developed strong relationships with other economic development agencies. The council says that he has combined strong leadership with good communication, organisation, integrity and honesty - always with the community benefit in mind.
Contact: Scott Templeman 0439 751 352 Email: scott.templeman@pinerivers.qld.gov.au
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