2021-12-13 GC Agenda - Item 9 - Attachment 1 - Draft Economic Development Strategy 2021-2030

5.7. Outcomes & Benefits
‘Start with the end in mind’ is a great quote from business philosopher Stephen Covey.
This strategy has a clear set of ‘end in mind’ outcomes that that will drive the actions and
implementation of this strategy towards pursuit of our Vision and goals.
Council and communities success as we move forward will be assessed against some of the
following desirable outcomes:



      Outcomes and Benefits
         A sustainable, diverse & resilient local economy less reliant on volatile industries


         Increased number of high               A skilled and talented              Infrastructure accelerates
         value jobs that retain                 workforce driving                   industry development and
         local talent                           innovation                          Smart Precincts


         Businesses maximising                  Successful home based               Collaborative and
         the global opportunities               businesses and remote               connected business
         and selling to the world               workers                             Ecosystems are created



        Expanded and specialised              Relevant and impactful                Returns from our natural
        education and research                support provided to our               assets with technology
        opportunities                         businesses                            driving value