Economic Development
Port Stephens Council is committed to working with our business community and other tiers of government to improve economic outcomes across the local government area. Council is guided by an Economic Development Policy which establishes a whole of Council approach to the sustainable growth and diversification of the local economy. View our Economic Development Policy on our Policies page.
Council's Economic Development team plays a key role in building economic capacity in Port Stephens, by shaping a business enabling environment which enhances competitiveness, job creation and incomes for the benefit of all. The team champions the strategic direction of Council’s Economic Development Policy to achieve the long term growth and prosperity identified in the Economic Development Strategy.
With a keen eye on the local economy as well as broader macroeconomic issues, the Economic Development team provides a range of programs and services including engagement, facilitation, support and activity in the following areas:
- investment attraction and job creation;
- place management and activation;
- business communication and events;
- economic data and advice, and
- business and industry support, growth and development.
To keep your finger on the pulse with what's happening in the business community join the BizLink network.
Council's Economic Development team can be contacted via email at ed@portstephens.nsw.gov.au or by phoning (02) 4988 0536
Draft Economic Development and Tourism Strategy currently on exhibition
Council at its meeting of 27 March 2019 resolved to exhibit the Economic Development and Tourism Strategy from 27 March 2019 to 25 April 2019. Find out more or make a submission.
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Business events
Find out about the number of helpful workshops for business happening close by, what networking-opportunities are coming up and learn about the array of other business related-events happening soon.
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Business Health Check
The Port Stephens Business Health Check has been designed to provide a detailed review of business conditions across the region, as well as emerging opportunities and trends.
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Economic statistics
Economic Development unit plays an important role in Council's strategic planning approach, providing input into land use planning, town centre strategies as well as guiding informed decision making through the provision of detailed economic data.
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Join the BizLink network
Keep your finger on the pulse with everything that's happening in your Port Stephens economy, join the BizLink network.
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Help for business and industry
There is a multitude of programs, services, business associations, mentoring and networking opportunities available to support business growth and success in Port Stephens, both Council and privately run.
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Why invest in Port Stephens
Port Stephens is home to one of the Australia's fastest-growing aviation and defence hubs, has a long-established manufacturing sector, and is one of the east coast's most famous tourism destinations.
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Small Business Month
Small Business Month is a NSW Government initiative to promote and celebrate the success of small and medium sized businesses and the role they play in local communities.
