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

   “The sustainable increase of living standards that delivers higher incomes, better
   education, health and well-being as well as environment protection resulting from
   conscious and applied effort. At its core, economic development is about improving the
   quality of life experienced in your community.”
                                                           LGAQ - Economic Development Definition


2. Introduction
     The Noosa Shire Local Economic Plan (the Plan) aims to broaden the economic structure of the local
     economy by achieving growth in ‘smart’ industry sectors that have high economic value and low
     environmental impact. It recognises the interdependence of the economy with the environment and
     the community. It also aims for the best use of available resources.
     The Plan identifies key themes and priorities that will support growth in industry sectors offering
     competitive advantage, particularly those that export outside of the Shire and align with our
     environmental and social values. It draws on the strengths of previous Council plans:
            The Noosa Plan (Planning Scheme)
            Noosa Community Economic Sector Plan 2002-2015
            Economic Strategies and Innovations Implementation Strategy 2004-2007
            Sunshine Coast Council Economic Strategy 2011 and
            Sunshine Coast Regional Economic Development Strategy 2013-2033.
     Council recognises that business and industry drive economic development and that government and
     other organisations make significant contributions to the setting in which they operate. Council can
     influence the business environment in the following ways:




     Growing our economy is not a “develop at all cost scenario’ but rather a dedicated plan to grow the
     value of our priority industry sectors. These sectors support the social and environmental values of
     our community and strengthen our quality of life.
     This Plan is developed in line with Council's Sustainability Principles:
            Resources are sustainably managed so that the lifestyle of the community is preserved,
             without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
            Noosa’s economy is prosperous, diverse and protective of its unique environment.
            Noosa residents belong to a community that values its diversity, accessibility and
             affordability.
            Noosa’s community is inclusive, connected and resilient and encourages participation and
             information sharing.
            Noosa’s community benefits from quality places and programs that enhance wellbeing and
             support creative, active and healthy lifestyles.
            Good governance is achieved through effective and efficient decision-making that is focussed
             on the best interests of the community.




      “Place is the factor that organically brings together the economic opportunity and talent, the
     jobs and the people required for creativity, innovation, and growth.”
                                                                                     Richard Florida




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