DRAFT Economic Development, Tourism and Events Strategic Plan 'Ambition 2030'

Council is pleased to present its DRAFT Economic Development, Tourism and Events Strategic Plan “Ambition 2030” which proposes new directions to shape Leeton Shire’s economic future over the next eight years.

The DRAFT Economic Development, Tourism and Events Strategic Plan “Ambition 2030" aims to identify opportunities and potential projects that will support continued economic growth, foster local employment opportunities, and position Leeton as a leader in innovation.

Key drivers identified in the draft plan include population growth, industry retention and attraction, agri-food production and manufacturing, irrigated agriculture, education, a skilled workforce, and Tourism and the Visitor Economy.

This strategy draws together many local and regional plans for social and economic advancement, including:

• the Riverina Murray Regional Plan which includes directions to promote a growing and diverse economy
• the Western Riverina Regional Economic Development Strategy which looks to further develop the Manufacturing and Agricultural “Engines of Growth” industries.
• the Leeton Community Strategic Plan which includes directions to build a thriving Regional Economy"

Feedback on Council's DRAFT Economic Development, Tourism, and Events Strategic Plan “AMBITION 2030” can be provided to Council in any of the following ways:

ELECTRONICALLY: Complete the 'Have Your Say' survey.
(Please note you need to 'Sign In' or 'Register' to Council’s ‘Have your Say’ online engagement portal to participate in the online survey).
BY EMAIL TO: council@leeton.nsw.gov.au
BY LETTER TO: The General Manager, 23–25 Chelmsford Place, Leeton NSW 2705.

Submissions close at 5pm on Friday 30^th September 2022.

Thank you for being an active and engaged citizen of Leeton Shire!