2015-11-10 - P&O Agenda - Item 18, Attach 1&2 - Draft Noosa Shire Local Economic Plan

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                                                             NOOSA SHIRE LOCAL ECONOMIC PLAN
                                                                ACTION PLAN OCTOBER 2015

      1. Diversification of the economy by growing priority sectors


         Health and Wellness

Ref      Action                                                                                                                                        Priority   Agency

1.1      Profile the sector to better understand the industry’s economic impact, strengths, challenges and opportunities.                                 2         Cncl

1.2      Support cluster development in the health and wellness sector to support increased connections and collaborations.                               2         Cncl

1.3      Work with business and industry to identify potential initiatives that increase economic activity and generate employment in the health and      2         CoC
         wellness sector.

1.4      Examine planning impediments in the sector.                                                                                                      2         Cncl

1.5      Explore the concept of, and test support for, the establishment a centre of excellence in aged care.                                             2       Cncl/IND




         Digital Economy

1.1.1    Actively pursue the establishment of ITC driven work hubs in the Noosa Shire.                                                                 Current    Cncl/IND

1.1.2    Support the development of a Digital Entrepreneurs Network.                                                                                   Ongoing      Cncl

1.1.3    Support selected regional initiatives through the Digital Sunshine Coast program including broadband infrastructure, skills and workforce     Ongoing    RDA/Cncl
         development.

1.1.4    Establish a Digital Economy Reference group to provide expert advice on broadband infrastructure, technology solutions and take up.              1         Cncl

1.1.5    In collaboration with business, industry and support agencies, facilitate the establishment of projects that strengthen the local start-up       1         Cncl
         community/eco system - for example the Digital Entrepreneurs Network.